Weekly Learning Cycle
Your rhythm for mastering social problems through concept mapping and application
Phase 1: CONSUME
📅 Thursday – SundayWhat You're Doing
- Listen to the weekly Podcast
- Review the PowerPoint slides
- Watch any supplemental Videos
- Take notes on key concepts
💡 Pro Tip
Listen to the podcast while commuting, exercising, or doing chores. Then review the PPT to capture visuals and key terms you'll need for your concept map.
Phase 2: MAP
📅 Due: Before Monday ClassWhat You're Submitting
Your initial concept map based on your independent content consumption
- Minimum 8 interconnected nodes
- Labeled relationship connections
- All 3 chapter Learning Objectives addressed
🗺️ Concept Map Tips
Think of your map as a visual story. Start with the chapter's main concept in the center, then branch out to show causes, effects, and real-world examples.
Tools: Lucidchart, Miro, or even pen and paper (photograph it!)
Phase 4: APPLY
📅 Wednesday Class (9:00–10:15 AM)What You're Doing
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1Connect this week's concepts to your portfolio topic
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2Relate concepts to your personal goals and interests
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3Build cross-chapter bridges to previous weeks
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4Apply sociological perspective to real-world problems
Your completed, expanded concept map with personal/professional applications
🎯 Portfolio Focus
Every week, you're building toward your final portfolio. Wednesday is when you explicitly connect the academic content to YOUR chosen social problem.
Phase 5: NEXT CYCLE BEGINS
📅 ThursdayThe Cycle Continues
New content drops. New chapter. Same powerful process. Each week you're building mastery through consistent practice.