The Sociology of Me: Building a Portfolio of Self Identity
In this course students will develop a portfolio that explores the social aspects of their self identity.
Giselle Hendrie, MA, MS.EdLd
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(6)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursClass Experience
This will be a discussion and presentation based course. Mini lessons will be offered and learners will then explore ideas with their peers and present their portfolios as they are developed culminating in an online presentation to share with family and friends. Wk1: Sociology and Me. Wk2: How have culture and social networks socialized me? What about deviance? Wk3: What role do race, class, and gender play in shaping who I am? Wk4: What social institutions have contributed to my socialization? Wk5: What predictions can I make about my future? Who am I becoming? Wk6: Presentations In each class we will begin with students sharing what they already know, and are curious about, related to the essential questions for that week. Using mini-lectures, I will introduce sociological ideas using concept maps and google slides. Students will watch short videos (TED Talks, Documentary Clips) and/or read short articles or blog posts and engage in group discussion of sociological ideas as they relate to the questions of the week. Each lesson will end with students naming a learning and how they might apply that insight to the next piece of their Self Identity Portfolio.
Learning Goals
By the end of this course, students will understand the sociological perspective and be able to apply it through the creation of a social story portfolio that describes, explains, and analyzes the intersection of their personal and social worlds. Students will learn sociological concepts, theory, and methods in a fun and engaging, hands-on format.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Sociology explores potentially sensitive subjects such as race, class, and gender. Students will also be analyzing their own family structure as well as their educational, religious, and political context.
Supply List
Blank Paper Pen or Pencil Optional: Digital Camera, Art Supplies Students will create an Online Portfolio using Prezi or Google Slides
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I was asked recently to name in six words why I teach. I knew, without hesitation because, I want to change the world. How? By nurturing, inspiring, and empowering my students to be empathetic, critical, and proactive local and global citizens.
I am a sociologist by training and a teacher and mentor at heart. I teach Sociology, Leadership, College Planning, and Analytic Writing. I have a BA in Sociology/Anthropology with a minor in Women's Studies, an MA in Sociology, and a Social Science teaching credential. I also have an MS in Educational Leadership and an Administrative Services Credential. I have taught high school and college students for over twenty years and I have served as a member of the American Sociological Association's High School Advisory. As a school leader in K-12 institutions I have led professional learning for K-12 faculty and have mentored students planning for college admission as well as adults working as educators and school leaders.
I have been teaching online courses since the fall of 2016 and, while it comes with some challenges, I enjoy the video conference format since it allows for some of the social interaction that we get in traditional face to face classrooms. I believe that authentic learning stems from our natural curiosity and is achieved through joyful and collaborative experiences. It is my job as the teacher to create opportunities for learning that are exploratory and that ignite interest in the world around us.
I look forward to working with you and your learners!
Website: https://gfhendrie.com
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Live Group Class
$100
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
5-10 learners per class
