Sociology for the 21st Century, Census Update (5th Edition)

Accessible with a built-in study guide

Sociology for the 21^st Century is the most accessible and valuable text for introductory sociology courses.

The book provides learning styles and strategies for more effective learning, and has a built-in study guide to help students focus their study time.

The Census Updateprogram incorporates 2010 Census data into a course—simply and easily. The components of the Census Update Program include an updated census edition with all charts and graphs—to reflect the results of the 2010 Census. In addition, A Short Introduction to the U.S. Census is available and an updated MySearchLab.

Teaching & Learning Experience

• Personalize Learning — The new MySearchLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals.
• Improve Critical Thinking — Critical thinking questions in feature boxes and at the end of each chapter challenge students’ understanding of topics.
• Engage Students — Exploration of learning styles and personalized study tips included.
• Explore Theory — Three classic paradigms are discussed.
• Understand Diversity — Comparative global perspectives integrated with discussions about the economy, politics, education, and religion.
• Support Instructors - Written activities and assessment in MySearchLab offer instructors supplemental materials to help their students succeed.