Description
Students will explore the Thomas Theorem in depth, researching it with outside sources, and then responding to the scenarios listed below in the “Instructions” section.
Objectives
Identify the characteristics of social structure and explore the relationship between social structure and individuality.
Discuss basic concepts relating to the social institutions of kinship, family, and marriage on both the local and global levels.
Instructions
This assignment will explore in-depth the Thomas Theorem. Research the Thomas Theorem, look at sources outside of the text book. Once you have a grasp on what the Theorem states answer the following scenarios:
Relate the Thomas Theorem to the concept of a teacher believing a student is more intelligent than they really are. How will this interaction be different from other students? Is this theory a beneficial theory or a detrimental theory… Why?
Explain how the theory is used in law enforcement; especially in regard to hostile subjects or subjects with mental disability. Is the theory beneficial or detrimental… why?