Overview

The second edition of Sociology and Canadian Society, revised by authors Geoffrey Johnstone and Kathryn Bauer, provides an introductory-level sociology text specific to police work and the Police Foundations Program. This revised edition is reorganized to clarify concepts and includes updated material to reflect recent changes in society. In particular, new Canadian census data has been added. The book follows the course description and learning outcomes prescribed by the Police Foundations Program, offering a solid social science grounding in sociology in a specific context of policing and security. This edition also provides updated information on statistics and trends and includes new tables and graphs.

TopFeatures

• Provides a basic understanding of theories, themes, and concepts in sociology
• Chapter objectives that set out learning goals for each chapter
• Definitions of key terms accompany the text in the margins as well as in a glossary
• Each chapter includes a Chapter Summary, which gives an overview of the key points
• Discussion of trends and changes in Canadian society
• Instructor’s Resources
  • An Instructor’s Guide that includes a test bank

TopContent Summary

Preface

• Theoretical Background
• Population Studies
• Social Organization
• Cultural Diversity
• Socialization
• Deviant Behaviour
• Family and Marriage
• Social Stratification
• Changes in Society

Appendix: Research Methods
Glossary of Terms
Index