Transitioning from a candidate to a teacher can be a lot. Get insights into my survival guide for teaching sociology
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How the Internet of Things is Quietly Reshaping Our Lives and What It Means for Us All
Explore how the Internet of Things is reshaping us, from privacy concerns to new forms of inequality, and discover what it means for you.
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My Bumpy Ride from Grad School to Sociology Lecturer: Raw Teaching Tips That Actually Work
For PhD students navigating the leap from research to teaching, these strategies transform theoretical expertise into classroom magic
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Why We Act Differently in Groups: Social Psychology Explained and Why It Matters to You
Social psychology does not let us off the hook for our actions. But it forces us to look beyond the individual.
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How Food Systems Shape Our Social Identity and Cultural Values: Understanding the Sociology of Food
Explore how food systems reflect social inequality, cultural identity, and power structures, and what to do to improve the food chain
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How Society Shapes Reality: Understanding Social Construction in Daily Life
Explore social construction theory with real examples of time, language, and gender roles, and the interplay that exists amongst them
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The Sociology of Steve Urkel
When Urkel first burst through the Winslow family’s door, echoing his signature “Did I do thaaaat?”, few could have predicted he would become one of television’s most enduring characters. What
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Understanding Urban Sociology and Community Dynamics
Urban sociology examines these intricate relationships between people and their city environments. When sociologists study urban spaces, they are not just looking at buildings and streets. They are exploring how
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How Social Class Determines Technology Access in 2025
I noticed something that made me pause. On one street, kids were playing with tablets on their front porches, their parents working on laptops nearby. Two blocks down, children were
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How to Increase Birth Rates in Failing Nations
As I scroll through headlines about plummeting birth rates across the developed world, I’m struck by how often the proposed solutions miss the mark entirely. Country after country throws money
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