Godfrey-Smith discusses the “hard program” of the sociology of science, which, briefly, understands the popularity of certain kinds of scientific work to be directly linked to the particular social views of the society and community from which they originate. Godfrey-Smith sums this up by stating that “no one can hope to take a point of […]
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What are some potential consequences and benefits to using biotechnologies in developing countries? Based on the research currently available, should developing countries pursue the use of biotechnologies? Why or why not?
Description Where do most of the world’s hungry live? What are two causes of hunger and two problems that result? What are some potential consequences and benefits to using biotechnologies in developing countries? Based on the research currently available, should developing countries pursue the use of biotechnologies? Why or why not?
List, explain and discuss with your classmates 3 factors that contribute to the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse.
The factors that contribute to the abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs are many, and the decision to use drugs lies ultimately with the individual. List, explain and discuss with your classmates 3 factors that contribute to the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse.
How will this arrangement change where people live, real estate market, companies and demographics across the United States? Will this be the end of Silicon Valley as a destination on a map, and the beginning of Silicon Valley as an ethos with no fixed address? Will this be permanent? Will companies in other companies and other developed countries adopt the same model?
Description Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, a number of tech giants in the Silicon Valley (Facebok, Google, Twitter) have adopted generous remote-work policies. Some companies even switched to remote-first model. Unlike fully distributed or remote-only organizations, remote-first companies operate a physical workplace of some kind, which is available to employees who need or prefer a […]
Explain What is the significance of the meal? When and where is it held? Why? What types of food are prepared? What are the origins of the meal/main dish, either historically or particular to your family? Who does the cooking, serving, and cleaning? How does this pattern of participation reflect your expectations along lines such as gender, age, income, etc?
In the last module, we asked you to think about Thanksgiving and the holiday is still approaching so let’s continuing think about it or another major ritual meal. Thinking of a major ritual meal (religious event, a birthday celebration, a weekly family/friend get together, or any other special meal event or occasion) that is mostly […]
How do Wright’s model of social class and Gilbert and Kahl’s model of social class fit within this ideal society? Does the society require different social classes? Why or why not?
Description You are going to expand your ideas for an ideal society to include social classes. Your paper will cover three sections: key components, theory, and the people. Project Sections (Be sure to address the following questions in each section.) Key Components: What is social stratification? What is social mobility? Are there social classes? How […]
Write an essay about how to reduce dangerous driving habits, particularly texting or using social media while driving amongst teenagers.
Write an essay about how to reduce dangerous driving habits, particularly texting or using social media while driving amongst teenagers.
Why the subject is important – what is the significance of the topic in terms of its informative value? Why
To begin, think about… • The context of the essay – background about the main idea/ central question, and the circumstances of the given subject • Why the subject is important – what is the significance of the topic in terms of its informative value? Why should your topic interest the reader? • The main […]
What themes do you see that are common / similar between these two treaties and the tribal nations that entered into them?
Description Select one of the treaties from this week’s reading. Consider the context tis specific treaty was occurring within. Identify and describe 3-4 intersections or cause and effect relationships you can see between the experiences of the Tribal Nation(s) involved in the treaty you selected form this weeks’ reading and the legal / historical material […]
What would transwomen say? Transmen? Gender queer?
For this assignment, you will need to select a social phenomenon and critically analyze it. Since the gender binary is so limiting in its perspective, I want you to expand on your analysis and think about how different gender expressions and the concept of intersectionality would interpret this phenomenon. For example, when examining abortion, think […]
