Analyze social variables and determinants for their influence in the development of contemporary social problems on a local and global scale

Overview
The field of sociology presents a unique perspective to viewing the world’s social problems. Social problems tend to be viewed solely as individual constructs
and responsibilities, but sociologists take a deeper dive into the complex set of variables driving the development of these problems using various theoretical
perspectives. As these problems surface in individual lives, the workplace, and communities, a sociological perspective is valuable for providing a framework
for deeper investigation of variables and limiting personal biases when analyzing problems.
In this project, you will play the part of a sociologist who has been requested by your national community to craft a proposal to the potential funder, the
Department of Health and Human Services. You will write the proposal by conducting research on the social problem and thinking about how to limit your
personal biases when later analyzing the social issue, you will analyze the problem from a sociological perspective, outlining the influential variables and the
local and global impacts of the problem, and finally suggest a potential solution.
In this assignment, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following course outcomes:
 Analyze contemporary social problems on local and global scales by applying key theoretical perspectives
 Analyze social variables and determinants for their influence in the development of contemporary social problems on a local and global scale
 Suggest potential solutions that are aligned with best practices for addressing the negative impacts of social issues
 Summarize how to limit personal biases in analyzing social problems
Specifically the following critical elements must be addressed:
I. Introduction: In this section, you will summarize your proposal. Explain the contemporary social problem that you selected and discuss the relevance for
today’s society on a local scale. How does the issue present itself in the United States or in your local community?
II. Problem Description: Determine the most influential social variables and determinants leading to the social problem and justify your selections with
research.
A. Identify social variables and determinants that have influenced the development of the social problem and explain their influence. Support your
explanations with resources.
B. Explain how the social variables and determinants influencing the development of the social problem vary depending on whether the social problem is
local or global. What differences and similarities are seen between local and international influences of these social variables and determinants?
Provide specific examples.