Introduction to sociology

Academic year: 2010-2011 Course code module FTEBAVS13B Semester: 1st semester Credits: 3 Study load (hours) 84 Theory (hours): 30,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): Other (hours): Part-time program: Instructor(s) Erik Henderickx Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: exam in the 1st semester Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties None. *Sequentiality None 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) Introduction to sociology aims to inform students about "the" society as a scientific object and the impact of specific characteristics of society on people's social actions. Important in this matter are the views of great sociologists from the past and present and how they can inspire our views: the basic understanding of sociological thought, the great historical and current developments of society, the crucial social issues and problems, both "old" and "new" social matters. 3. Course content First of all, the sociological perspective as a line of approach is explained. Then the four major sociological frames of reference (functionalism, etc.) are discussed. The classic authors (Durkheim, Weber, Marx, etc.) and current authors (Beck, Castells and Giddens) are briefly examined. The most significant concepts of sociology are explored (culture, social action, collective identity, social inequality, social change, etc.). The group will explore the tension between economy, work and current society (globalisation, etc.). 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures 5. Assessment method Exam: Written, without oral presentation Closed book Multiple choice Open questions 6. Compulsory reading – study material Vranken J., Henderickx E. & Vanmarcke L. (2008), Het Speelveld en de Spelregels, Leuven: Acco. Slides available in 'print' at ACCO. Complete slides on Blackboard (those on print only give the main elements!) On the Blackboard students can find compulsory audiovisual materials (short videos). These are marked with (V). 7. Recommended reading - study material Extra audiovisual material and texts are available on the Blackboard. They are marked with (F). 8. Tutoring Questions can be asked in the lessons, or students can use the Forum on Blackboard to ask questions about the course content to the other students. The answers are being checked by the professor. The tutor(s) can be contacted through e-mail. laatste aanpassing: last update: 23/09/2010 15:51 ilke.franquet