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In which country is the National University, associated with Lou Antolihao, located?

Singapore.

What is the primary focus of the text 'Introductory Sociology in Comparative Perspectives'?

The primary focus is on sociology and its comparative aspects.

Who is the regional director mentioned in the document?

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Which company published 'Introductory Sociology in Comparative Perspectives'?

Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd. Signup and view all the answers

What does the ISBN number 978-981-5059-50-2 refer to?

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What was the primary objective of writing the textbook?

To produce materials that bring the fundamentals of sociology to the Asian context using regional cases and scholars. Signup and view all the answers

How does the subtitle of the textbook reflect its themes?

The subtitle changed to 'Introductory Sociology in Comparative Perspectives' to acknowledge the connections and disconnections between Asian sociology and Western thought. Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental orientation do sociologists maintain in their research?

Sociologists recognize that 'things are not what they seem', which indicates a critical and objective perspective in their studies. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'other societies' refer to in the context of the textbook?

'Other societies' refer to the various societies that students and observers encounter, prompting them to critically examine both familiar and unfamiliar contexts. Signup and view all the answers

How is the textbook structured in terms of content organization?

It is divided into five parts, with each part containing three topics covering fundamental areas in sociology. Signup and view all the answers

What significance does the mention of 'objectivity' hold in the study of sociology?

Objectivity signifies a principle where sociologists maintain distance and detachment in their relationships with research subjects. Signup and view all the answers

What role do regional scholars play in the textbook?

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Study Notes

Book Title and Subtitle

Introductory Sociology in Comparative Perspectives
Lou Antolihao

Contributors

Regional Director, Marketing: Melissa Chan
Senior Marketing Manager: Charles Ho
Senior Editorial Manager: Lian Siew Han
Assistant Editorial Manager: Tanmayee Bhatwadekar
Senior Development Editors: Kenneth Chow, Ng Wei Yi
Development Editors: Iris Poh, Cecile Zhang
Senior Regional Manager, Production and Rights: Pauline Lim
Production Executive: Rachael Tan
Copy Editor: Maureen Tan
Cover Designer: Benson Tan
Compositor: International Typesetters
Cover Image: Roberto Rizzi/iStock

Book Contents

Preface
- The book's primary objective is to present introductory sociology in an Asian context using cases and scholars from the region.
- The subtitle was changed from "Introductory Sociology in Asian Contexts" to "Introductory Sociology in Comparative Perspectives" to highlight regional and global interfaces shaping contemporary sociology.
- The text is broadly divided into five parts: (1) Ideas, (2) Identities, (3) Interactions, (4) Institutions, and (5) Issues.
- Part 1 (Ideas) looks into education and learning, sociological theories, and research practices.
- Parts (2-4) provide comparative discussions on a country from East or Southeast Asia and another from a different region.
- Part 5 (Issues) reviews the semester.
Chapter 1: Sociological Orienteering
- Focuses on sociological approaches used to understand society.
- Highlights personal compass, cultural map, and social terrain aspects.
- Introduces sociological imagination and sociological orienteering.
Chapter 2: Sociological Theories
- Introduces key sociological theories (functionalist, conflict, interactionist, and reorientationist)
Chapter 3: Sociological Research
- Discusses methodologies used in sociological research (positivist, critical, interpretive, and comparative historical).
- Covers research ethics and practical guidelines.
Chapter 4: Race and Ethnicity
- Explores concepts of race and ethnicity and how these categories are socially constructed.
Chapter 5: Gender and Sexuality
- Examines gender and sexuality as social constructs.
- Discusses concepts like sexism, gender socialization, and gender discrimination.
Chapter 6: Social Class and Social Stratification
- Explores social stratification systems (servitude, caste, estate, class).
- Discusses social class and social inequality.
Chapter 7: Culture
- Examines culture, including cultural universals, cultural particulars, and cultural diffusion.
Chapter 8: Groups and Organizations
- Defines types of organizations (normative, coercive, and utilitarian).
- Examines the processes and problems of bureaucracies and multinational corporations.
Chapter 9: Deviance and Social Control
- Defines deviance and social control.
- Explores different types of deviance (victimless, hate, professional, organized, white collar, cyber, and transnational) and associated sanctions.
Chapter 10: Family
- Discusses the concept of family as a social institution.
- Types of family structures, functions, and changes across societies
Chapter 11: Religion
- Analysis of religion as a social institution
- Types of religious organizations
- Expounding on the concept of secularization
Chapter 12: Politics, Economics, and the Nation-State -Examines the nature of political, economic, and social structures of nation-states. -Focuses on globalization
Chapter 13: Pandemics and Social Change
- Discusses pandemics in history and their social impact
- Covid-19 pandemic
Chapter 14: The Environment and Social Change
- Explores the relationship between society and environment in a global context
- Environmentalism and social movements
Chapter 15: Armed Conflicts and Social Change
- Discusses armed conflicts and their impacts
- Focuses on social and political consequences of armed conflicts among/within societies

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