A sociological approach that prompts students to examine their own beliefs and behavior Revel(TM) Marriages and Families: Diversity and Change helps students to see the links between social structure and their own personal experiences of marriages, families, and intimate relationships. Using a sociological and feminist-womanist perspective, authors Mary Ann Schwartz and BarBara Marliene Scott encourage the application of the sociological imagination to everyday life, empowering students to make more informed lifestyle decisions. The Eighth Edition has been updated with new research in the field as well as coverage of contemporary topics that engage students in the course. Revel is Pearson's newest way of delivering our respected content. Fully digital and highly engaging, Revel replaces the textbook and gives students everything they need for the course. Informed by extensive research on how people read, think, and learn, Revel is an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience -- for less than the cost of a traditional textbook. NOTE: Revel is a fully digital delivery of Pearson content. This ISBN is for the standalone Revel access card. In addition to this access card, you will need a course invite link, provided by your instructor, to register for and use Revel.
The text gives equal and balanced attention to people of all racial, ethnic, and other societal groups, and treats a variety of lifestyles with equal attention.
Connects theory to reality Exploring Marriages and Families, 2/e by Karen T. Seccombe illustrates the ways in which historical, cultural, social, and political factors influence readers' decision making in relationships.
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Author Karen Seccombe encourages students to think about families beyond their own personal experiences, and even beyond family structure in the United States.
They attended a robot convention, contemplated grief at John Belushi’s gravesite, and officiated a wedding. Most importantly, they mapped the difference between the stories we’re asked to hold versus those we choose to carry.
Utilizing a complete theoretical framework and a global perspective, REVEL for Society: The Basics, Thirteenth Edition offers students an accessible and relevant introduction to sociology.
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