REQUIRED STUDENT TASKS
Watch two videos related to the field of sociology that either shows how sociology is applied in various fields or follows a sociologist/anthropologist and the work that they are engaged in.
Construct a well-organized essay assessing individual potential in a chosen career field based on the practical exposure to the field, including introduction, body, and conclusion sections.
ASSIGNMENT FORMAT/METHOD OF DELIVERY
The design of this assignment requires two (2) specific activities:
Observation Protocol: Students will watch two videos selected by the student that examine professional work in the field of sociology.
Reflective Essay: The written essay should describe why the student is interested in this field, summarize the video observation, provide a self-assessment of individual potential in the career field, and discuss next steps for pursuing the chosen career field after graduating from the program.Teaching faculty will assess student learning based on the student’s self-reflection, which should include detailed examples and evidence from the observation findings to support his/her perceived potential in the field.
Essay Instructions: After watching the two required videos for this assignment, construct a reflective essay with introduction, body, and conclusion sections addressing the following elements:·
Provide links to the two videos you selected and then explain why you are interested in the chosen career that relates to the field of Sociology?
What did you learn about the profession’s daily activities and duties from the video observation? (Specific examples)
Based on this practical exposure to the field, how would you self-assess your own potential to being successful in this chosen career field?
If you are a student planning on majoring in psychology – What are the next steps for you to enter this career field after graduating from the program (if transferring, include steps for transferring and career plans upon receiving degree from the 4-year college/university)?
NOTE: Your essay should have at least three appropriate academic resources to support your arguments. Your essay should include specific examples from your video observations. Your essay should also use articulate and appropriate language, sophisticated word choice, and sentence structure with correct grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.