Interdisciplinary Studies

For undergraduate Sociology courses in Race and Ethnic Relations.

This best-selling text provides students with the most accessible, comprehensive and current introduction to the issues confronting racial and ethnic groups in both the U.S. and other countries. Organized first by issues and then by major racial and ethnic groups, the text examines each group’s history, then explores its current situation and its concerns for the future.  

 

 

Richard Schaefer, a leading scholar in the area of racial and ethnic relations, grew up in Chicago in the 1960's, at a time when neighborhoods were going through transitions in ethnic and racial composition.  He found himself increasingly intrigued by what was happening, how people were reacting, and how these changes were affecting neighborhoods and people's jobs.  This life-long interest led to a career in sociology, specifically in the areas of race, gender and social class.  This book grew out of his desire to help students to understand the changing dynamics of the U.S. population.

How important is currency in the study of racial and ethnic relations? 

NEW–Full chapter coverage of Muslim and Arab-Americans (Chapter 11 - p. 282) – The first book on the market to have a full chapter on this important and timely subject.

• Shows the importance of understanding the diversity among the Arab people and followers of Islam in today’s world.

NEW–Updated Census information–Included on the CD-ROM included in the back of every new book.

~ Exercises and activities from the cd-rom are identified in the margins of the text to provide an interactive learning experience for students (p. 240)

Currency (pp. 284-287; pp. 302 - 303) – All sources and data have been updated to reflect the most current census data.

• An understanding of the ever-changing landscape of race and ethnic relations is critical to the discussion of important issues like discrimination, labeling and identity.

How can the textbook help students connect with the material?

NEW–Full color, highly visual design (pp.282 - 283) :

• Makes the text, including tables and maps, more accessible and engaging to students.

Do you use outside readings or articles in class? 

“Listen to Our Voices” (p. 301) – Found in every chapter, this feature includes excerpts from the writings and speeches of noted members of racial and ethnic groups, like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Elie Weisel, and Nelson Mandela.  

~ Helps students to appreciate the expression and passion of racial and ethnic groups in response to prejudice and challenges. 

Do you show videos in class?

 

How important is currency in the study of racial and ethnic relations? 

NEW–Full chapter coverage of Muslim and Arab-Americans (Chapter 11 - p. 282) – Only book on the market to have a full chapter on this important and timely subject.

• Shows the importance of understanding the diversity among the Arab people and followers of Islam in today’s world.

NEW–Updated Census information – included on the CD-ROM cluded in the back of every new book.

~ Exercises and activities from the cd-rom are identified in the margins of the text to provide an interactive learning experience for students (p. 240)

Currency (pp. 284-287; pp. 302 - 303) – All sources and data have been updated to reflect the most current census data.

• An understanding of the ever-changing landscape of race and ethnic relations is critical to the discussion of important issues like discrimination, labeling and identity.

How can the textbook help students connect with the material?

NEW–Full color, highly visual design (pp.282 - 283) :

• Makes the text, including tables and maps, more accessible and engaging to students.

Do you use outside readings or articles in class? 

“Listen to Our Voices” (p. 301) – Found in every chapter, this feature includes excerpts from the writings and speeches of noted members of racial and ethnic groups, like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Elie Weisel, and Nelson Mandela.  

~ Helps students to appreciate the expression and passion of racial and ethnic groups in response to prejudice and challenges. 

  

 1. Understanding Race and Ethnicity.

 2. Prejudice.

 3. Discrimination.

 4. Immigration and the United States.

 5. Ethnicity and Religion.

 6. The Native Americans.

 7. The Making of African Americans  in a White America.

 8. African Americans Today.

 9. Hispanic Americans

10. Mexican Americans and Puerto Ricans.

11. Muslim and Arab Americans: Diverse Minorities.

12. Asian Americans: Growth and Diversity.

13. Chinese Americans and Japanese Americans.

14. Jewish Americans: Quest to Maintain Identity.

15. Women: The Oppressed Majority.

16. Beyond the United States:  The Comparative Perspective.

17. Overcoming Exclusion.

Race / Ethnic Relations  [TEXTS]   (Sociology)
Race and Ethnic Relations  (Race and Ethnic Studies)

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  Faculty Resource CD for Racial and Ethnic Groups, 11/E
  Schaefer
  ©2008 | Prentice Hall | CD-ROM Only | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0132438801 | ISBN-13: 9780132438803
  Brief Description

  

  Pulling together all of the media assets available to instructors, this CD also offers electronic versions of the Instructor’s Manual and Test Item File.

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  Racial and Ethnic Groups, 11/E
  Schaefer
  ©2008 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 552 pp | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0132438755 | ISBN-13: 9780132438759
  Brief Description

  

  For one semester/one quarter Sociology and General Education courses in Race and Ethnic Relations.

   

  Richard Schaefer grew up in Chicago in the 1960's, at a time when neighborhoods were going through transitions in ethnic and racial composition.  He found himself fascinated by what was happening, how people were reacting, and how these changes were affecting neighborhoods and people's jobs.  These experiences led to a career in sociology, and he is now a leading scholar on racial and ethnic relations.

   

  This book grew out of a desire to help students to understand the changing dynamics of the U.S. population. This text is an accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date introduction to the issues confronting racial and ethnic groups in both the U.S. and other countries. Organized first by issues and then by major racial and ethnic groups, it examines each group’s history, explores its current situation, and its concerns for the future.

   

   

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  Racial and Ethnic Groups, 12/E
  Schaefer
  ©2010 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 480 pp | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0205683665 | ISBN-13: 9780205683666
  Brief Description | Buy from myPearsonStore

  

  For courses in Race and Ethnic Relations.

   

  This best-selling Race & Ethnic Relations text is grounded in a socio-historical perspective with engaging stories and first person accounts. Racial and Ethnic Groups helps students understand the changing dynamics of the U.S. population. By using a socio-historical perspective, the author frames issues by examining our history, exploring the current situation, and discussing the concerns for the future.

   

  Racial and ethnic relations in the United States are at a dynamic and exciting time. Major events are shaping our society, such as population and immigration changes, the election of the first African-American president, and increasing diversity throughout our society.

   

  For a visual walkthru of the text, please visit:

  http://www.pearsonhighered.com/showtell/schaefer_0205683665

Allyn & Bacon Digital Media Archive CD-ROM for Sociology, 2006 edition
Allyn & Bacon
©2006 | Prentice Hall | CD-ROM Only | Instock
ISBN-10: 020546727X | ISBN-13: 9780205467273

Breaking the Ice: A Guide to Understanding People from Other Cultures, 3/E
Kabagarama
©2004 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 112 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205417957 | ISBN-13: 9780205417957
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Building Bridges: The Allyn & Bacon Student Guide to Service-Learning
Hamner
©2002 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 128 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205319742 | ISBN-13: 9780205319749
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Careers in Sociology, 3/E
Stephens
©2004 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 192 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205379222 | ISBN-13: 9780205379224
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InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
InterWrite PRS & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2005 | Prentice Hall | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205436951 | ISBN-13: 9780205436958

Pearson Guide to Research Navigator
Prentice Hall
©2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 48 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205633404 | ISBN-13: 9780205633401

RELATE and READY User's Guide, 2/E
Loyer-Carlson, Busby & BYU
©2005 | Prentice Hall | Paper Bound with PIN; 32 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205452469 | ISBN-13: 9780205452460
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ResearchNavigator.com Guide: Sociology (Valuepack item only)
Jacoby & Barr
©2007 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 96 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205517242 | ISBN-13: 9780205517244

Sociology Active Learning Library
Allyn & Bacon
©2010 | Prentice Hall | Website | Estimated Availability : 10/15/2009
ISBN-10: 0205594581 | ISBN-13: 9780205594580
URL:  http://www.activelearninglibrary.com

Thinking Sociologically: A Critical Thinking Activities Manual (Valuepack item only), 2/E
Ruggiero
©1999 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 89 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205278183 | ISBN-13: 9780205278183

iClicker Classroom Response System
iClicker & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2008 | Prentice Hall | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205594506 | ISBN-13: 9780205594504

For Race / Ethnic Relations

ABC/PH Video Library for Race/Ethnic Relations
Pearson
©2008 | Prentice Hall | Video | Instock
ISBN-10: 0131791079 | ISBN-13: 9780131791077

Allyn & Bacon Race and Ethnic Relations Website (Open access)
Allyn & Bacon
©2004 | Prentice Hall | Website | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205405894 | ISBN-13: 9780205405893
URL:  http://www.ablongman.com/raceandethnicrelations

Themes of the Times for Parenting
Bojczk
©2009 | Prentice Hall | CD-ROM Only; 96 pp | Estimated Availability : 11/01/2009
ISBN-10: 0205572626 | ISBN-13: 9780205572625

Themes of the Times for Race and Ethnic Relations (Valuepack item only)
Allyn & Bacon
©2005 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 48 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205442390 | ISBN-13: 9780205442393

Themes of the Times: Race and Ethnic Relations, 2/E
McLemore
©2009 | Prentice Hall | CD-ROM Only; 96 pp | Estimated Availability : 11/01/2009
ISBN-10: 0205572634 | ISBN-13: 9780205572632

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Package ISBN-10: 0132207036 | ISBN-13: 9780132207034
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