This textbook introduces readers to the idea of cooperation and mutualism. Cooperatives …
This textbook introduces readers to the idea of cooperation and mutualism. Cooperatives and mutuals are participatory organizations in which members participate in control and governance, receive economic benefits through patronage refunds or net income, and become owners through equity. These mutual-benefit organizations exist alongside non-profit organizations and investor-benefit organizations through the global economy.
By the end of this section, you will be able to do …
By the end of this section, you will be able to do the following:
Define ecology and the four basic levels of ecological research Describe examples of the ways in which ecology requires the integration of different scientific disciplines Distinguish between abiotic and biotic components of the environment Recognize the relationship between abiotic and biotic components of the environment
By the end of this section, you will be able to do …
By the end of this section, you will be able to do the following:
Discuss the predator-prey cycle Give examples of defenses against predation and herbivory Describe the competitive exclusion principle Give examples of symbiotic relationships between species Describe community structure and succession
Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a …
Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.
Understand types of economic systems and their historical development Describe capitalism and …
Understand types of economic systems and their historical development Describe capitalism and socialism both in theory and in practice Discussion how functionalists, conflict theorists, and symbolic interactionists view the economy and work
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