Sociological and Instructional Design Readings

Ron Shamwell is a professor in the Department of Social Science at the Community College of Philadelphia. Ron holds MSW and M.Ed. degrees in social administration and instructional design from Temple University and Capella University. He's certified in DE using BB, E-Commerce, Bronze and Gold-Canvas LSM, and other areas of expertise, including learning design architecture, technology, learning devices, social media use in education, sociology, and development.

"The Sociological and Instructional Design Readings articles are a thoughtful and engaging collection of supplemental readings suitable for undergraduates studying sociology at the introductory level. The critical elements of foundational sociological knowledge are included, such as theory, methods, and social inequalities. Classic readings from Max Weber and C. Wright Mills are paired with more contemporary pieces from Elijah Anderson and William Julius Wilson, allowing students to make connections between the sociological past and present."Faye Allard, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Sociology, Community College of Philadelphia "Sociology is the science of society that explores social interaction with individuals, groups, and social institutions. In this supplemental reader, Sociological and Instructional Design Readings, Professor Ron Shamwell has compiled a wonderful collection of scholarly readings on sociological topics related to research methods, race, gender, and politics in society. This reader, either by itself or in conjunction with an undergraduate level sociology textbook, helps lay the foundation for common sense, understanding approach to the study of sociology."Billy Love, B.A., J.D., Social Science Department Head, Community College of Philadelphia"I am glad to be a sharing a student's point of view with the reading audience for this text. I am applying to the college's nursing program and now know more about individual and group social behavior."Hayat Aman, Nursing Candidate, Community College of Philadelphia "Sociology is not my major nor professional field of interest; however, Sociological Readings and Instructional Design: Two Appropriate Pathways to Learn about Human Behavior has helped to broaden my understanding of individual and group behavior and interaction."Tianna Byrd, Psychology Major, Community College of Philadelphia"Sociological Readings and Instructional Design: Two Appropriate Pathways to Learn about Human Behavior has improved my professional outlook and provided a better understanding of individual and group behavior."Tiara Robinson, Justice Major, Community College of Philadelphia "I'm glad I got the opportunity to expand my knowledge about individual and group social behavior. I can now use it in my nursing practice as part of my social skill set."Jacqueline Orr, Nursing Candidate, Community College of Philadelphia "I think the electronic format of the reader is very convenient to access via laptop and smartphone. I also really enjoyed the readings themselves. The articles helped to broaden my perspective on life and take a deeper look at my position in life and society. The articles do help to deepen the understanding of the sociological terms presented in the textbook. I think these terms and perspectives are something I will carry with me in my continuous academic career and life in general."Jazmarie Vega, Psychology Major, Community College of Philadelphia