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Introduction to Sociology 2e
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Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

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Social and Behavioral Sciences
Sociology
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Full Course
Provider:
Rice University
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OpenStax College
Date Added:
08/12/2021
Introduction to Sociology 2e, Social Stratification in the United States, Social Stratification and Mobility in the United States
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Understand the U.S. class structureDescribe several types of social mobilityRecognize characteristics that define and identify class

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Sociology
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Module
Author:
OER Librarian
Date Added:
08/12/2021
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e
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Principles of Macroeconomics 2e covers the scope and sequence of most introductory economics courses. The text includes many current examples, which are handled in a politically equitable way. The outcome is a balanced approach to the theory and application of economics concepts. The second edition has been thoroughly revised to increase clarity, update data and current event impacts, and incorporate the feedback from many reviewers and adopters.Changes made in Principles of Macroeconomics 2e are described in the preface and the transition guide to help instructors transition to the second edition.

Subject:
Economics
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Material Type:
Full Course
Provider:
Rice University
Provider Set:
OpenStax College
Date Added:
08/12/2021
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e, The Macroeconomic Perspective, How Well GDP Measures the Well-Being of Society
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By the end of this section, you will be able to:Discuss how productivity influences the standard of livingExplain the limitations of GDP as a measure of the standard of livingAnalyze the relationship between GDP data and fluctuations in the standard of living

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Economics
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Module
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OER Librarian
Date Added:
08/12/2021
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e, The Macroeconomic Perspective, Introduction to the Macroeconomic Perspective
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This module covers:Measuring the Size of the Economy: Gross Domestic ProductAdjusting Nominal Values to Real ValuesTracking Real GDP over TimeComparing GDP among CountriesHow Well GDP Measures the Well-Being of Society

Subject:
Economics
Material Type:
Module
Author:
OER Librarian
Date Added:
08/12/2021