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Sociology: The Core, 6/e
Michael Hughes, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
Carolyn J. Kroehler
James W. Vander Zanden, The Ohio State University (Emeritus)
Religion, Education, and Medicine

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Association for the Sociology of Religion
(http://www.sociologyofreligion.com)

The Association for the Sociology of Religion is a place for researchers and academics to network, disseminate their research, and discuss issues. With over 800 members, this international scholarly association publishes the Sociology of Religion, an academic journal.
Concise Dictionary of Religion
(http://religiousmovements.lib.virginia.edu)

The Concise Dictionary of Religion contains a glossary of religious-movement terms. Visitors may search for specific terms, or browse dictionary pages.
Religious Tolerance
(http://www.religioustolerance.org)

This site provides an interesting mix of information about most major world religions.
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National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (CRESST)
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Funded by the U.S. Department of Education and the Office of Educational Research and Improvement, CRESST conducts research into educational standards and methods of evaluating student learning. Most research reports are available on-line.
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American Academy of Pediatrics
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American Sociological Association Section on Medical Sociology
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