Introduction to Teaching Introduction to Sociology

Stephanie Medley-Rath

Chapter 1 in Teaching Introduction to Sociology, 2026, pp 1-6 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter introduces Teaching Introduction to Sociology, an edited volume developed to support instructors and programs seeking to strengthen their introductory sociology courses. The book brings together contributors from multiple countries and institutional contexts to reflect the wide variation in how the course is taught. Part I centers the Sociological Literacy Framework (SLF), outlining key concepts and skills and offering pedagogical strategies and assessments for teaching them effectively. Part II situates the course within broader academic and professional goals, addressing its role in general education, preparation for majors, career readiness, and meeting the needs of diverse student groups, including “one-and-done” and pre-med students. Part III provides global perspectives on ideological resistance, decolonization, and diversity, showing how instructors across the world navigate political pressures and innovate in their teaching. Together, these chapters argue for reclaiming and reimagining the introductory course to create intentional, flexible, and meaningful learning experiences.

Keywords: Sociological Literacy Framework; Introduction to Sociology Pedagogy; Global Perspectives in Sociology Education; Sociology Curriculum; Core Concepts in Sociology; Sociological Skills (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035355778
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