The Sociology of Education (7th Edition) 7th Edition by Jeanne H. Ballantine

Jeanne Ballantine is a university professor specializing in sociology at Wright State University. She achieved her master’s degree from Columbia University and her doctorate from Indiana University. Jeanne has instructed in multiple locations including Japan, Brazil, Spain, Italy Rwanda (as a Fulbright scholar), Semester at Sea, and Wittenberg University in Ohio. Her main areas of focus are sociology of education, practical sociology, global studies, and global women’s matters.

Jeanne has taken on various roles in professional bodies, including the International Sociological Association, American Sociological Association, North Central Sociological Association, and Society for Applied Sociology. She has written 5 books and numerous articles and conducted workshops, particularly on faculty advancement and teaching and learning, within the U.S. and abroad. She is part of the ASA Departmental Resources Group and participates in evaluation visits to colleges and universities. Among her many distinctions is the ASA Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award.