Sociology:
Students will be able to:
~identify and explain the essential function of education as a primary conduit of socialization in America
~identify and explain the essential function of education as means of promoting patriotism, capitalism and responsible consumerism
~identify and analyze some of the primary problems of American education
~suggest solutions orally & and writing of problems in education
~offer creative solutions
Monday & Tuesday:
Documentary: Waiting for Superman
Wednesday: Oral & written reaction to film
Thursday & Friday: film: Lean on Me

Introduction to Journalism:
Students will be able to:
~identify and explain the purpose of propaganda
~explain the importance of objectivity in journalism
~analyze role of advertising as an economic base for American capitalism and consumerism
~explain the importance of demographics and why the information is important
~identify role of propaganda in political campaigns
~examine the historical impact of successful political propaganda
~explain why the First Amendment is the foundation of American Freedom
Monday:
Essay test over response to Kony 2012 controversy
Tuesday & Wednesday
Success of Nazi propaganda–lecture, discussion, documentary
Thursday:
Essay response to political propaganda information
Friday:
Hotel Rawanda