Workers Interview

Interview a worker about their job and experience as a worker.
The interview should be between 20 minutes to an hour.
Write a four-page essay analyzing what your interviewee said about their work.
Some basic questions include how their work/labor situation is organized and structured? What is the status position of the occupation or profession? What historical, economic, political, and/or sociological concepts from class do you think are helpful for understanding their experience?
Cite at least three concepts/theories from class and corresponding assigned reading or related article. 4 pages, double-spaced. About 1,000 words. Must include bibliography and at least three citations from the syllabus. APA, ASA, Chicago are preferred citation styles.
Rubric
Worker Interview
Worker Interview
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Quality of Writing
Minimal spelling and grammar errors. Clear narrative structure with argument, framing, and conclusion –> 5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Sociological Theory
Students must apply at least three sociological theories/paradigms from class to a given social problem.
students that demonstrate a good understanding of the theoretical paradigms (strengths and limitations of the framework or concepts) and how they can be applied to analyze an interview–>5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBibliography and Appropriate Citations
Bibliography and in text citations.
Students may use ASA, APA, Chicago, or ASA as styles. Must cite at least two peer-reviewed journal articles –> 5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUnderstanding of Job/Occupation/Profession and Economic Context
Student demonstrates a good understanding of the job/occupation/profession and how considerations of justice and fairness apply to issues of work content/quality, compensation/pay, and social standing/status –> 5 pts
Total Points: 20

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