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Sociology
Triangulation
All research strategies, practices and methods have their limitations. The most common way of trying to offset these limitations is by using a technique called triangulation.
This film uses real life research studies to illustrate the four key...Show More
All research strategies, practices and methods have their limitations. The most common way of trying to offset these limitations is by using a technique called triangulation.
This film uses real life research studies to illustrate the four key types of triangulation: data, researcher, theoretical, and methodological.
Triangulation is not only a key part of research methodology, it’s also a transferable skill that can be used in the explanation and evaluation of particular research studies Show Less
The Decline of Religion?
Secularisation—the idea that as societies modernise they becomes less religious in outlook and governance—is a key concept in the sociology of religion that has, in recent times, undergone a range of re-evaluations. This film, featuring...Show More
Secularisation—the idea that as societies modernise they becomes less religious in outlook and governance—is a key concept in the sociology of religion that has, in recent times, undergone a range of re-evaluations. This film, featuring contributions from three of the UK's foremost sociologists of religion, introduces students to a slightly different take on the concept of secularisation by looking at it in two ways: Firstly, by questioning the over-easy assumption that in pre-modernity, "religion was everywhere” whereas in modernity it is "almost nowhere”. Secondly, by looking at contemporary research evidence that suggests religion, rather than simply "disappearing”, may be undergoing a process of diversification: one that has seen a marked decline in orthodox measures of secularisation, from falling attendance at religious services to the organisational disengagement of the Church from secular governance, allied to a revival in various forms of spirituality—from yoga through witchcraft to a variety of New Age "spiritual therapies”.
The film is designed to introduce students to the general concept of secularisation, its relationship to modernisation and a range of evaluative points that can be brought to bear in any discussion of secularisation. Show Less
Of Mice and Monkeys: Ethical Issues in Animal Research
Psychological research is governed by a strict code of ethics covering things like obtaining participants' consent; protecting them from possible harm; and allowing them to withdraw from the research. But there are some 'participants' who can't...Show More
Psychological research is governed by a strict code of ethics covering things like obtaining participants' consent; protecting them from possible harm; and allowing them to withdraw from the research. But there are some 'participants' who can't give consent, may be harmed, and are unable to withdraw from the research.
Using research examples, this film looks at the use of non-human animals in research. Why are they used? What are the benefits? What is being done to protect them? And, is any research with non-human animals a breach of their 'rights'? Show Less
High Ground
Set against the stunning landscapes of 1930s Arnhem Land, 'High Ground' chronicles young Aboriginal man Gutjuk, who in a bid to save the last of his family teams up with ex-soldier Travis to track down Baywara—the most dangerous warrior in the...Show More
Set against the stunning landscapes of 1930s Arnhem Land, 'High Ground' chronicles young Aboriginal man Gutjuk, who in a bid to save the last of his family teams up with ex-soldier Travis to track down Baywara—the most dangerous warrior in the Territory, who is also his uncle. As Travis and Gutjuk journey through the outback they begin to earn each other’s trust, but when the truths of Travis’ past actions are suddenly revealed, it is he who becomes the hunted. Show Less
How the Census Changed America
In 2020, the 23rd US census took place. A census gives us a better understanding of what America looks like; how society is changing; and what it needs. In this video, we will explain the census further along with why slaves were only partly...Show More
In 2020, the 23rd US census took place. A census gives us a better understanding of what America looks like; how society is changing; and what it needs. In this video, we will explain the census further along with why slaves were only partly favored to be included in certain states and whether the latest census is an accurate representation of modern-day USA. Show Less
Standing up to ICE: How Young People Are Protesting for a Fairer America
In 2017, there were 10.5 million undocumented immigrants living in America: people who entered the country illegally; or who stayed after their work visas ran out. For them, The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is all too real. In this...Show More
In 2017, there were 10.5 million undocumented immigrants living in America: people who entered the country illegally; or who stayed after their work visas ran out. For them, The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is all too real. In this video series we will discuss the young men and women utilizing the First Amendment to fight for immigrants and against the ICE. Show Less
Unmasking: The End of Debate?
Unmasking is an extreme form of criticism that is becoming increasingly prevalent in social science and everyday discourse where individuals are accused of being fraudulent and ideas are exposed as illusions, making debate and argument...Show More
Unmasking is an extreme form of criticism that is becoming increasingly prevalent in social science and everyday discourse where individuals are accused of being fraudulent and ideas are exposed as illusions, making debate and argument irrelevant.
In this film we look at Professor Peter Baehr’s analysis of unmasking, provide some key examples, and consider some of the implications of unmasking for academia and for society. Show Less
Media and Aggression
Can we learn aggression from aggressive media?
This film looks at experimental, longitudinal and case study research evidence and how social learning, script theory and susceptibility approaches such as hostile attribution bias can help...Show More
Can we learn aggression from aggressive media?
This film looks at experimental, longitudinal and case study research evidence and how social learning, script theory and susceptibility approaches such as hostile attribution bias can help understand and explain this evidence. Show Less
What Is the Significance of 1619?
In 2026, America celebrates its 250th birthday! But four hundred years ago, back in 1619 three significant events happened that forever changed America. In this video, we'll go through them and explain how they relate to our Founding Mothers,...Show More
In 2026, America celebrates its 250th birthday! But four hundred years ago, back in 1619 three significant events happened that forever changed America. In this video, we'll go through them and explain how they relate to our Founding Mothers, Slavery and the Virginia General Assembly. Show Less
Who Has the Right to Vote: A History
Did you know, Puerto Rico pays U.S. taxes but can't vote for our President? How about, that in Chicago, between 2006 and 2016, 199 dead people managed to vote from beyond the grave 229 times! Democracy may be our fundamental principle here in...Show More
Did you know, Puerto Rico pays U.S. taxes but can't vote for our President? How about, that in Chicago, between 2006 and 2016, 199 dead people managed to vote from beyond the grave 229 times! Democracy may be our fundamental principle here in America, but lets explain how it can be improved. Show Less
Is Now the Time to Talk about Guns?
Gun control in the U.S. has been a loaded term here for decades. In this video, we delve further into that controversial, Second Amendment, the NRA and the students vying to change the American right to bear arms.
What Makes a State a State?
Ever heard of the bizarre law in New York & North Carolina that prohibits donkeys sleeping in bathubs? What's up with that?! In this video, we will explain exactly where that came from while divulging how State Law differs from Federal Law, it's...Show More
Ever heard of the bizarre law in New York & North Carolina that prohibits donkeys sleeping in bathubs? What's up with that?! In this video, we will explain exactly where that came from while divulging how State Law differs from Federal Law, it's goes all the way back to the Founding Fathers! Show Less
Your Country Needs You! Selective Service (SSS)
In peaceful times, the US Armed Forces are well stocked with brave men and women who voluntarily sign up to serve. However, in the event of a third catastrophic global conflict, it is possible for the U.S. government to rapidly recruit from the...Show More
In peaceful times, the US Armed Forces are well stocked with brave men and women who voluntarily sign up to serve. However, in the event of a third catastrophic global conflict, it is possible for the U.S. government to rapidly recruit from the civilian population, thanks to the Selective Service System. In this video, we will find out where it comes from and how compulsory it really is. Show Less
Hotboxing History: Is the United States Really United?
In 2019, anyone over the age of 21 can legally buy cannabis in Denver, Colorado but if you were to hotbox it across states lines, you could end up being arrested for blazing up in Nebraska. So why is there one law for one state and another law...Show More
In 2019, anyone over the age of 21 can legally buy cannabis in Denver, Colorado but if you were to hotbox it across states lines, you could end up being arrested for blazing up in Nebraska. So why is there one law for one state and another law for the next? Isn't the United States supposed to be... you know, united? Show Less
"You're Fired!" How to Get Rid of the President
None of the 45 US Presidents have been given the boot, despite, on occasion, doing some pretty questionable things. So what does it really take to get fired as Commander-in-Chief?
Get Schooled: How The Electoral College Works
Imagine if the United States Presidential Election was a talent show, only the public doesn't vote for them. That—to be honestis how the Electoral College works.
Hate Crime in Everyday Life
Hate Crime is high profile now. But the cases of violent hate crime we see in the media are just the tip of the iceberg: things like verbal abuse, bullying, threats, and damage to property have become just another part of everyday life for many...Show More
Hate Crime is high profile now. But the cases of violent hate crime we see in the media are just the tip of the iceberg: things like verbal abuse, bullying, threats, and damage to property have become just another part of everyday life for many people. This film, featuring one of the UK's leading hate crime researchers, Professor Neil Chakraborti, looks at what hate crime is, how it can be measured and why popular media stereotypes of typical hate offenders are so misleading. Show Less
Durkheim and the Functions of Crime
It seems obvious to most people that crime and social order are opposites. But more than a century ago French sociologist, Emile Durkheim, suggested that it wasn't that simple. This film looks at the introduction of Zero Tolerance Policing in New...Show More
It seems obvious to most people that crime and social order are opposites. But more than a century ago French sociologist, Emile Durkheim, suggested that it wasn't that simple. This film looks at the introduction of Zero Tolerance Policing in New York, the imprisonment of Dr Jack Kevorkian for assisting terminally-ill patients to die and the tragic murder in the UK of Jamie Bulger, to illustrate Durkheim's three key functions of crime. It concludes by looking at how the legacy of these ideas has been so influential in the development of criminology. Show Less
Relighting the Streets: A Study of Situational Crime Prevention
Does situational crime prevention actually work, or is crime simply displaced to a neighbouring area? This film tells the story of an experiment in situational crime prevention by the Cambridge Institute of Criminology conducted in...Show More
Does situational crime prevention actually work, or is crime simply displaced to a neighbouring area? This film tells the story of an experiment in situational crime prevention by the Cambridge Institute of Criminology conducted in Stoke-on-Trent, a medium sized British city. The streets of an experimental area were re-lit with more powerful lighting. The researchers then monitored changes in crime and fear of crime in the experimental area, a neighbouring area and a control area in a different part of the city. The film provides students with a powerful example to illustrate the strengths and limitations of situational crime prevention. Show Less
Crime and Gender: Closing the Gap
The most consistent finding in the study of crime is the relationship between crime and gender. In almost every country, over 80% of crime is committed by males. But in recent years, the gender gap has been closing: the male crime rate has been...Show More
The most consistent finding in the study of crime is the relationship between crime and gender. In almost every country, over 80% of crime is committed by males. But in recent years, the gender gap has been closing: the male crime rate has been steadily falling while the female crime rate, especially for violent crime, has been increasing. In the US, for example, the number of women in prison has almost doubled in the last 25 years. This short film looks at explanations for gender differences in crime and why things may be changing. Show Less
Man on the Bus
Man on the Bus is the true story of Martha, a Polish survivor of the Holocaust, who led a double life in Australia and her daughter Eve, a psychologist and filmmaker, who discovered the truth. The film follows Eve finding clues – in old...Show More
Man on the Bus is the true story of Martha, a Polish survivor of the Holocaust, who led a double life in Australia and her daughter Eve, a psychologist and filmmaker, who discovered the truth. The film follows Eve finding clues – in old recordings, a street directory and in Martha’s home movies, a mystery man is seen gazing into the lens. Eve’s investigation leads her to the Sobieski Castle in the Ukraine, the site of a massacre in which her maternal grandmother died. After her husband was executed, Martha was forced into hiding. Eve also traces her father’s amazing and heroic escape from a concentration camp. In Melbourne, Eve’s parents rebuild their shattered lives. However, their quest for normality is disrupted by a chance encounter on a bus that changes everything. Man on the Bus becomes a compelling tale of two defining human traits—endurance and frailty—and a metaphor for the 20th century’s most painful trauma. Show Less
Nelson Mandela: Respect for Difference
In this short animation, students learn how civil rights lawyer, activist and politician Nelson Mandela helped end apartheid in South Africa and brought a divided country together through showing respect for difference.
When children learn about...Show More
In this short animation, students learn how civil rights lawyer, activist and politician Nelson Mandela helped end apartheid in South Africa and brought a divided country together through showing respect for difference.
When children learn about inspirational people who embody key global competencies and traits, like equality, empathy, curiosity and communication, they are inspired to become the change they want to see. Show Less
Participant Observation
Sociological Methods in Action
Some research questions can only really be studied by sociologists getting out of their offices and interacting directly with the people they want to study. Starting with the famous Chicago school of sociology, this film looks at some classic...Show More
Some research questions can only really be studied by sociologists getting out of their offices and interacting directly with the people they want to study. Starting with the famous Chicago school of sociology, this film looks at some classic studies to illustrate why participation observation is used in sociology, its major strengths and limitations and its contributions to sociological understanding. Show Less
Questionnaires and Interviews
Sociological Methods in Action
How do school students negotiate the pressures to perform well academically alongside the pressure to be popular and cool? Carolyn Jackson combined questionnaires and interviews to research this question and this film uses her study, Lads and...Show More
How do school students negotiate the pressures to perform well academically alongside the pressure to be popular and cool? Carolyn Jackson combined questionnaires and interviews to research this question and this film uses her study, Lads and Ladettes, to illustrate why these methods are chosen, their respective strengths and limitations and how the strengths of cone can be used to offset the limitations of the other. Show Less
Case Studies
Sociological Methods in Action
If you go and see your doctor or a therapist, you'll become a case to them. They'll want to know a lot more about you. Similarly, sociological case studies involve putting a social group, an event, or a place 'under the microscope'. This film...Show More
If you go and see your doctor or a therapist, you'll become a case to them. They'll want to know a lot more about you. Similarly, sociological case studies involve putting a social group, an event, or a place 'under the microscope'. This film looks at a classic sociological study, the Spiritual revolution, to show why case studies are used in sociology, what they provide for the sociologist and the extent to which findings can be generalised. Show Less