The World is Our Lab is a real world grounded introduction to the field of Sociology that is written to the interests and needs of today's students. Beyond your basic textbook, Sociology, An Introduction includes a workbook within the text encouraging students to be active participants in performing Sociology from their very first class.
The World is Our Lab:


Promotes active learning. From the first chapter on, the book includes interactive activities that allow the theories and course framework to come alive in real, relatable ways.
Is practical and grounded in the real world. This course often serves as a General Education requirement for schools, and this text applies to any student in any major, with any future career goal. Thoughtfully crafted, it ties the Sociological materials to many areas of society.
Is written by an experienced Introduction to Sociology professor. Teaching this course in both in person and online versions, building the curriculum, and serving as a subject matter expert for this course have allowed the author to fine tune the required content. Creative exercises have been developed through years of teaching, and seeing which activities encourage student participation and engagement.