Write a paper using APA standards, of at least 750 words that focuses upon the following:
- Describe the meaning of multiculturalism in your own words.
- Is the United States of America a multicultural country? Why or why not?
- Why is multiculturalism a controversial issue for some people?
- How can the three sociological perspectives (structural functionalism, social conflict, and symbolic interaction) be used to conceptually understand multiculturalism?
Please post your completed paper to the M2: Assignment 2 Dropbox.
Assignment 2 Grading Criteria |
Maximum Points |
Introduction of issue and a conclusion that reviews all main points you present. |
12 |
Defined multiculturalism and applied the concept to the United States of America. |
20 |
Discussed the reasons why multiculturalism is a controversial subject. |
20 |
Gave a complete explanation as to how structural functionalism, social conflict, and symbolic interaction can be used to understand multiculturalism. |
20 |
Related essay writings to the concepts and theories discussed in the textbook and outside resources. |
20 |
Submitted on or before due date, using correct spelling and grammar and appropriate APA format. |
8 |
Total: |
100 |