Social Capital and how it connects to freedom
1. Compose a thesis in response to the essential questions:
What is the impact of an individuals human and social capital on their position in society?
How does social capital connect to the concept of freedom presented by Thalos?
2. Narrow your topic, and then reflect on the following questions:
What are human and social capital and why are they important?
Reflect on the contents of your social capital chart. How will you grow your own social
capital to accomplish your future goals? Consider people skills, and other means of growth.
What obstacles or challenges exist for developing social capital?
How do stereotypes and other forms of expectations affect our social capital?
How is social capital connected to the concept of freedom?
What actions can you take to promote your own freedom through self-conception and
social capital?
3. Support your argument in the body paragraphs.
Summarize and cite key definitions (human and social capital, people skills, freedom, etc.)
Incorporate at least three sources from the module to support your argument
Incorporate at least two additional sources from your independent research (CCBC Library
Database or other credible site)
Discuss your personal social capital and a plan for growth to accomplish future goals
