Topic: Lesson 1- What is Deviant Behavior

Lesson 1 Discussion

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear “deviance” or “deviants”? How would you define deviant behavior? Why is it important to study social deviance? 

Discussion posts should be 1 page in length (approximately 250 words). 

Lesson 1 Discussion 2

READING/RESOURCES

Crashcourse. (2018, Jul 17). Deviance: Crash Course Sociology #18. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGq9zW9w3Fw&list=PL8dPuuaLjXtMJ-AfB_7J1538YKWkZAnGA&index=19

Question

Formal and informal deviance: Define both and think of 3 examples of each, share with your classmates.

Discussion posts should be 1 page in length (approximately 250 words).

Lesson 2 Assignment 

List three acts that were once considered deviant but are now considered acceptable or even courageous. Have you ever committed a deviant act because you believed it was the moral thing to do? If yes, please explain why. If not, in what sort of situation might you consider carrying out a deviant act?

Do not admit to any illegal activity and do not reveal anything that could get you into trouble with anyone or the law. 

 APA Style Required. Be sure to cite your references. Length expectation is 1-2 pages, minimum.