Salem High School – Introduction to Sociology

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This is a semester-long course. Students explore the history of and current issues facing sociology from its founding as a recognized discipline. Specifically, they will study its formation, resources, procedures, standards, patterns, issues, sociology’s relationship to other social sciences, important persons, and current issues. Through such examination of their own society, students should develop a deeper appreciation of their own social lives, as well as be able to make thoughtful contributions to our evolving society as well-informed citizens.