SOCIOLOGY

11/30/2020 Topic: Work and the Economy Discussion

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This is a graded discussion: 10 points possible due Nov 30

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Discussion: Work and the Economy

Visit this website to play the game “Spent” (http://playspent.org/) . Walk through each of the scenarios to see how long you can make it without running out of money.

STEP 1: After completing the Spent activity, consider how the economy impacts wages, and the effect that has on society. Write a blog post responding to the prompt: “I think the minimum wage in our state should be _________, because…” Provide evidences and examples, and include links to at least ONE relevant news article that helps support your claim. Your post should be a minimum of 250 words.

STEP 2: Return to the discussion to post on at least one classmates’ posts, of at least 75 words.

Rubric Discussion Grading Criteria Ratings Points

Timeliness 2.0 pts Full Marks

0.0 pts No Marks

2.0 pts

Sociologic al Concepts

3.0 pts Excellent job applying concepts and theories from the chapter reading to an analysis of the topic.

2.0 pts Good job applying concepts and theories from the chapter reading to an analysis of the topic.

1.0 pts Adequately applies some concepts and theories from the chapter reading to an analysis of the topic.

0.0 pts Does not apply concepts and theories from the chapter reading to an analysis of the topic.

3 pts.

Sociologic al Analysis

3.0 pts Excellent job applying the sociological perspective to an analysis of the topic.

2.0 pts Good job applying the sociological perspective to an analysis of the topic.

1.0 pts The analysis of the topic is either primarily descriptive, or is non- sociological.

0.0 pts Fails to properly respond to or analyze the topic.

3 pts.

Response to

2.0 pts A thoughtful response to

1.0 pts An adequate response to

0.0 pts no response to classmates

2 pts.

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classmate(s) post(s) which provides critical feedback addressing the sociological themes raised in the assignment.

classmate(s) post(s) that provides supportive or encouraging commentary but that does not adequately engage the sociological themes raised in the assignment.

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total 10 pts.

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