How you believe the study of sociological theory can benefit you. Your response should include an understanding of the Sociological Perspective (the Sociological Imagination). Also state the contemporary social problem/issue that is of most concern to you and briefly explain why the problem is of concern to you.

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Write about: How you believe the study of sociological theory can benefit you. Your response should include an understanding of the Sociological Perspective (the Sociological Imagination). Also state the contemporary social problem/issue that is of most concern to you and briefly explain why the problem is of concern to you.

*Some things to help you get going:
What is Sociological Theory?
Sociological theories are frameworks explaining how certain aspects or elements of society are interconnected to the larger processes or environment.
Sociological theory allows us to analyze social life in order to explain social relations which help us to better understand the social world.
Ways theories can benefit you:
Theories will help people understand how society works and how they can be a useful part in it.
Theories help in decision making with regards to factors affecting a certain community as wrong decisions often result from inadequate knowledge of the structure and other peculiarities of the society. These wrong decisions may have a far-reaching impact on people’s lives.
A Few Contemporary Social Problems to write about (Pick one):
1) Racism
2) Gender Inequality
3) Dysfunctional Capitalism (The 1% and the Shrinking Middle Class)
4) COVID-19/Vaccinations
5) Homelessness
6) Mass Shootings
7) Disappearance of Indigenous Women

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