Course Outline: Sociology 11

Teacher: Miss Hayler

Email: hayler_e@surreyschools.ca
Website: www.misshayler/weebly.ca
Course Overview:
Welcome to Sociology 11! Sociology is the study of societyits development,
structures, interactions, and the collective behavior and relationships between
organized human beings. In this course we will examine relationships and
interactions between people, which in turn forms our experiences in society. You can
expect to examine popular theories, beliefs, values, and experiences that determine
the people we become and how we contribute to society. This course has been
designed to mimic the format of an introductory university Sociology class. Most of
our classes will be used to discuss texts (films, novels, articles, etc.) that we have
viewed in order to connect them to society and ourselves.
Units & Concepts Covered
Unit 1: Introduction to
What is sociology, the concept of socialization, popular
Sociology &
theories, nature vs. nurture
Socialization
Unit 2: Family &
Relationships

Unit 4: Inequality in
Society

Nuclear families, other family types, parenting, stages of

child development, adolescence & young adulthood,
family roles & impacts, popular culture, attachment
theory
LGBTQ constructs, status of women, physical intimacy,
contraception, conception, pregnancy, birth, healthy
relationships
Socio-economics in Canada, poverty, race, religion,
oppression of groups

Unit 5: Social Conflict &

Social Change

Violence, civil unrest, social movements, media

influence

Unit 3: Gender &

Sexuality

Evaluation
Your term and final mark with be calculated from a range of assignments, quizzes
and projects. Your final mark will be cumulative. Criteria for each assignment will
always be given and marked accordingly against it. Students are welcome to ask me
for further feedback on assignments and given marks. Assignments must be
submitted in person on the due date by 3:00pm, or on the due date via email (when
appropriate) by 5:00pm. Late assignments are not accepted and result in a
mark of zero unless previously arrangements have been made.
Assessment Type:
In-class work &
discussions

Example of Assignments:
Readings, note-taking, developing
questions, offering ideas in discussion,
participation in group activities, small
worksheets

Grade
Weight
25%

Large Assignments &

Projects
Quizzes and small
assignments

Class

Research essay, baby-care, presentations,

student-led discussions, unit reflections
Journal, reflections, small quizzes on terms
& theories, summaries, comprehension
questions

50%
25%

Materials
Pencil case with pencils, pens, whiteout, highlighters, ruler, markers, etc.
Binder with blank paper
Journal
Current course texts and assignments that we are working on

Course Expectations:
Students are expected to be punctual, prepared (see class materials) and
attentive in class at all times

Students are expected to contribute to the classroom in a positive way.

Mutual respect for peers and teacher is non-negotiable. Negative attitudes
and disrespect towards peers, teacher, and/or course content will not be
tolerated.

Students are expected to have phones & electronic turned off and stored
away at all times. Students not following this expectation will have their
item(s) placed in the basket for the remainder of the classno exceptions!

Students are expected to attend class regularly, and inform the teacher of
absences in advance whenever possible. When classes are missed, it is the
students responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher to make up
missed work.

Classroom Community:
My goal is that each student in this class enjoys his/her time here, feels valued,
respected and trust towards/for others. With the help of students, I hope to create a
family-style classroom environment that is relaxed, fun, welcoming and based on
the values of trust and respect. This type of classroom community is built by having
many discussions, open choice and sharing, getting to know each individual, and
letting go of previous assumptions and cliques.
Due to the content of this course, many of the issues we discuss may be sensitive
for some of us. If at any time you feel uncomfortable, quietly leave the room and
return when ready. At times, students and the teacher may feel inclined to share
personal stories and experiences. Students are expected to maintain class trust by
keeping these stories private between class participants only.
Likewise, students are encouraged to keep an open mind when learning about new
concepts or reconsidering previously held ideas and vales. More importantly,
students must always respect the values, ideas and opinions of others that differ
from your own.

As the teacher, I have an open-door policy. Students who are at any time feeling
stressed, unhappy, or overwhelmed about the course, or any other issue are always
welcome to come see me. With good reason, I will always work with students to find
develop alternative options to help with personal or school-related problems.
Communication
The best way to get in contact with me is via email (hayler_e@surreyschools.ca).
The app Remind101 will be used to provide course updates to students and
parents. Also, assignments and course updates will be posted on the class website
(link here). My office is in 3ORL, students may drop by at any time.