Sociologists in Action
Sociology, Social Change, and Social Justice
- Kathleen Odell Korgen - William Paterson University
- Jonathan M. White - Bentley University, USA
- Shelley K. White - Simmons College, Boston
The only text to provide real-life examples of how practicing sociologists use sociology to work toward social change and social justice!
Providing vivid examples of how sociologists are using sociological tools to make a positive impact on our society, this one-of-a-kind book helps students better understand how their study of sociology can be put to good use in today’s world. Each of the 14 chapters, closely aligned with key topics in sociology courses, is filled with stories from practicing sociologists that help students better understand how their sociology studies can be applied and provides answers to the question, “…but what can I do with a sociology degree?”
Discussion questions and suggested additional readings and resources at the end of each chapter give students the opportunity to delve further into the topics covered and carry out full and nuanced discussions, grounded in the “real world” work of public sociologists.
I like Newman's books better.
Well written, with appropriate emphasis on primary research and engagement. I tried it for a semester it because it was available as part of a low cost bundle and have been impressed by some other texts edited by the same authors. Probably not the best choice for community college students whose opinions about social justice and positive social change may or may not mesh with the authors- workable and maybe useful as a secondary text with well designed assignments. Norton's "Contexts Reader" was a better, if overpriced and somewhat outdated choice for my students though I am sure that Sociologists in Action would be excellent in other contexts.
I like Newman's books better.
Well written, with appropriate emphasis on primary research and engagement. I tried it for a semester it because it was available as part of a low cost bundle and have been impressed by some other texts edited by the same authors. Probably not the best choice for community college students whose opinions about social justice and positive social change may or may not mesh with the authors- workable and maybe useful as a secondary text with well designed assignments. Norton's "Contexts Reader" was a better, if overpriced and somewhat outdated choice for my students though I am sure that Sociologists in Action would be excellent in other contexts.
