Essays and Research Papers on Sociology Issues Mixed

An 8 page paper which uses Huntington’s essay The Clash of Civilizations as a foundation for examining the direction that world policies, ideals, and politics are going. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

3 pages in length. Freedom is not only a mindset of those who seek life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, but it is also a birthright afforded those who live beneath the umbrella of a democratic society. National constitutions bestow the multifaceted components of freedom upon their people; however, myriad countries are ...

A 3 page paper discussing three specific readings. Each of the sources provided for review share a common theme, that of denouncing imperialism in either real or imagined forms. Vietnam's Declaration of Independence (n.d.), an excerpt from Nkrumah's (1968) The Spectre of Black Power and commentary on Kipling's "White Man's Burden" all serve ...

This 3 page paper examines the ideas of Karl Marx and why the failure of capitalism is inevitable. A quote from The Portable Marx is included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines various aspects of American society today. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines a hypothetical situation involving a troubled teen. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page paper uses these two works to discuss the two paradigms. They are compared and contrasted in the context of five questions posed by a student. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages in length. Of the myriad deficiencies found in far too many elderly institutions, one of the most frustrating for the resident is infringement of privacy. Along with the aspect of autonomy, privacy is one of the last true indicators of independence for those who have set aside their entire lives in ...

A 14 page paper which examines economic giants such as Microsoft, Google, and eBay as they reflect the presence of the past Fords and Rockefellers. The paper further examines these giants, and past giants, as they relate to the American Dream, while also examining the American Dream in and of itself. Bibliography lists 9 sources. ...

This 5 page paper provides a model of interpretation for graffiti. It is suggested that the works be explicated in addition to an analysis in social context. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses Barbara Kingsolver’s new book, “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle,” how it relates to sociology, and how it can alter a person’s relationship to food. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 13 page paper discusses the "Puritan ethic" and how it has shaped the "American character." Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines whether or not pornography could ever be a good thing. No sources cited.

3 pages in length. Modifying a process that has been the mainstay of a particular application is not only a complex and enormous undertaking, but it is often a necessary evil to correct issues within that system that no longer function for the benefit of a positive outcome. Processes that are splintered in ...

This 4 page paper discusses some of the pros and cons of hitchhiking. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at Vietnamese community in Houston Texas and the way in which they are under represented despite being the largest minority population in the area. The paper gives 8 PowerPoint slides and notes for a presentation. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the arguments for and against globalization being the Americanization of culture by corporate America. The paper argues for and against this correlation, citing example cases to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

A 4 page paper that discusses a hypothetical interview with a case manager at a real women's and children's organization. Included are the data regarding domestic abuse, the skills needed and major responsibilities of the case manager, why this person chose this field, the initial interview with the client and other aspects of this ...

It may be argued that cross cultural competence is essential in social work. This 6 page paper outlines the statistical tests and looks at questionnaires that may be used to assess the level of awareness in social workers and consider how they would be distributed. Some fictitious results are shown to demonstrate the presentation. ...

A 3 page paper that begins by briefly explaining what statistics is and the purpose of statistics. The essay discusses how easily it is to misuse statistics, using the example of national teacher salary averages. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper that briefly explains attachment theory, separation anxiety and separation anxiety disorder. The writer comments on the effects on children in foster care. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

11 pages in length. The study of social sciences is an ever-evolving component of man's existence that illustrates what it takes to understand human beings, their connection with each other and the environment, as well as how/why this particular species strives to constantly progress itself despite the consequences of doing so. Barrington Moore ...

This 3-page paper discusses if war, and conflict, are inevitable. The thesis is yes, they are, but the best way to work it through is preparation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper considers some of the unwritten rules that concern the management of social situation by the parties involved. The situation examined is that of a dinner party and look at the expected behavior of the hosts and the guests. The paper cites 4 sources.

This 5-page paper explores the concept that, despite the best intentions, people and our society still tends toward racism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.