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What is sociology?
 * Study of society
 * Studies how people interact with each other
 * Studies why people behave the way they do

Goals of Sociology
 * Provide a knowledge basis in the basics of sociology
 * Give students a better understanding of American society and societies across the globe
 * Students will be able to identify the different aspects of culture
 * Values
 * Norms
 * Marriage practices
 * Family structure
 * Social status
 * Examine how different groups interact with each other
 * Develop an understanding of how power and the people who wield it affect society and culture