PEARSON EDUCATION Sociology: Making Sense of the Social World

This brief introduction to sociology featuresintegrated coverage of social stratification and inequality; the application of social change theory and examination of individuals and organizations who work for social change; and the inclusion of feminism as one of the major sociological paradigms. From the Back Cover Sociology: Making Sense of the Social World, 2nd edition, features integrated coverage of social stratification and inequality. Throughout the text, students learn application of social change theory and examine individuals and organizations that work for social change. This text encourages students to see how people can be empowered to initiate―or resist―social change. In addition, the epilogue offers practical advice to students on how to become involved in individual or collective actions for change. About the Author Barbara Marliene Scott is Professor of Sociology and Women's Studies at Northeastern Illinois University and Coordinator of the African and African American Studies Program. She is also the former Chair of the Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Women's Studies. Also, Dr. Scott is the President of the Association of Black Sociologists of the ASA. Mary Ann Schwartz is Professor Emeritus, Northeastern Illinois University and former Chair of the Sociology Department.        Professors Scott and Schwartz share a number of academic and professional interests including: integrating the study of race, class, gender, and sexual orientation into the college curriculum; improving the academic climate for women; and union activism. Both Professors Scott and Schwartz have many years of union activism and service as organizers and officers of the local union that represents the Northeastern Illinois faculty.