https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWD6g9CV_sc Title of this Video: The Wisdom of Sociology Professor Sam Richards
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BINK6r1Wy78 Title of this Video: Sociological Imagination
This assignment has two question, each question is worth 5 points for a total of 10 points. Please complete both questions.
1. In the Ted Talk The Wisdom of Sociology, Professor Sam Richards questions if we have the freedom to be who we want to be or are there social forces outside of ourselves that help shape who we are?
In 300 words describe how personal freedom interfaces with societal influences, is there a balance or does one prevail over the other ?
2. The Video on Sociological Imagination illustrates how a ” personal trouble ” may also be reflective of a ” public concern”.
In 300 words describe a ” personal trouble ” that may also present itself as a ” societal concern”. How does Sociological Imagination help us