The following course in Sociology is provided in its entirety by Atlantic International University's "Open Access Initiative" which strives to make knowledge and education readily available to those seeking advancement regardless of their socio-economic situation, location or other previously limiting factors. The University's Open Courses are free and do not require any purchase or registration, they are open to the public. 

Objectives for Sociology:

• At the end of this course students will learn that:

  • Sociology is the science and study of social relations, organizations, and change.
  • Diversity is an important factor when studying Sociology and diversity can be defined as human characteristics suggesting differences among people on any relevant dimension.
  • Multiculturalism fosters different cultural values among diverse groups of people.
  • Pluralism is when groups from different cultures come together to achieve a specific goal. In doing so, individuals within this group exhibit characteristics that are similar and they use these characteristics to influence their individual identity or the way they approach problems or view the world.
  
  

Introduction: Sociology (Open)
This brief Video Introduces the professor and topics to be covered in the course

Course Content, Lessons, and Tests: Sociology (Open)
The lessons and topics for this course are provided in audio and video format. A test will follow the conclusion of each lesson to verify the concepts covered have been learned.

Review of Topics and Lessons: Sociology (Open)
A outline of the topics covered in this course is provided in video format.

Conclusion: Sociology (Open)
Final notes and comments about the course made by the author.

Resources and Bibliography
Sociology By Hitt, Miller and Colella