Contemporary Readings in Social Problems - Softcover

Anna Leon-Guerrero; Kristine Zentgraf

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ISBN 10: 1412965306 ISBN 13: 9781412965309

Verlag: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2009

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Contemporary Readings in Social Problems includes a broad range of topics from different perspectives and encourages students to explore complex social issues. The many esteemed articles included in this collection have been carefully selected and edited to make them more accessible to undergraduate students. Introducing students to original writings on major topics in social problems, this reader brings real-world examples into courses covering social problems and is sure to spark interesting class discussion. Key Features Focuses on teaching both theory and application, providing a more contemporary view of social problems and integrating a global perspective Presents in-depth material in a clear and concise collection of well-edited, accessible articlesIncludes unique pedagogy, featuring a detailed table of contents with article abstracts; a topic guide to help instructors better integrate the material into their courses; article introductions written by the Editor; discussion questions for each article; and a detailed list of internet links for further exploration Provides a value-priced selection of 32 outstanding readings Intended Audience This comprehensive reader is an ideal supplemental text for undergraduate students enrolled in Social Problems, Sociological Theory, Introduction to Sociology, Global Issues, or Special Topics courses in departments of sociology. Contributor to the Sage/Pine Forge A.S.A. Teaching Innovations & Professional Development Awards Fund

Biografía del autor:

Anna Leon-Guerrero is a professor of sociology at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. A recipient of the university’s Faculty Excellence Award and the K. T. Tang Award for Excellence in Research, she teaches courses on statistics, sociological theory, and social problems. As a social service program evaluator and consultant, she has focused her research on welfare reform, employment strategies for the working poor, and program assessment. She is the coauthor of Social Statistics for a Diverse Society and Essentials of Social Statistics for a Diverse Society (with Chava Frankfort-Nachmias).

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• Verlag: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1412965306
• ISBN 13: 9781412965309
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 384
• Herausgeber: Leon-Guerrero Anna, Zentgraf Kristine M