We all live in a society. From the moment we are born, we are being influenced by the society we live in. Sociology looks at how the norms, values, and expectations of the society we are raised in shape how we behave, what we believe, and how we see ourselves. It asks questions like; How do the 'culture', and 'family' you grow up in influence your values, goals, and identity? Is crime the result of problems in the family or problems with society and social injustice? You do not need to have studied Sociology before to do well in this course. You will need to have an interest in people and an open mind about what makes us the way we are.