Book: https://openstax.org/books/introduction-sociology-3e/pages/1-1-what-is-sociology
Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to identify common patterns of social behaviors within a specific social event or a social setting. Your writing will illustrate your ability to interpret social interactions using the book provided. Please use chapters 1-5, 9-10, and 14.
Activity: Conduct a participant observation procedure by observing a group/social event. The event will be: a dinner with family at a restaurant.
First, write a few sentences about the activity itself including what the event was, how long it was, and why you chose it. Next, summarize your observations and describe any behaviors that stand out. Discuss your thoughts on the common social interaction patterns between the people. Your writing should illustrate how the observation activity facilitated your understanding of human behaviors. You should use 2-3 relevant concepts from at least two different chapters. The paper should 2-3 completed pages, excluding the title and the references pages.
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