SOCI 1003 - Introduction to Sociology
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code SOCI 1003 Course Introduction to Sociology Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Incompatible GWSI 1001, GWSI 1001EX, GSSA 1001, GSSA 1001EX Assessment Quiz x 2, Written assignment, Tutorial participation, leading a tutorial Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Pam Papadelos
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:1 Understand the role the social sciences play in critical discussions relating to 最新糖心Vlogn society specifically and more broadly on a global scale; 2 Identify the characteristics of social science research, critical reading and analytical reading; 3 Think critically about class, capitalism, economic inequality and power in the contemporary world; 4 Be able to locate, access and evaluate a range of resources available to support critical research and writing; 5 Demonstrate a critical approach to ethical issues in the context of public discourses about contemporary issues and debates; 6 Be able to confidently engage with unfamiliar texts; 7 Be able to prepare and deliver coherent and logically argued written texts; 8 Demonstrate productive and respectful engagement with their peers in group work 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3,4,6,7 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,3,4,6 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
4,7 Attribute 6: 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
. Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
. Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
An e-reader will be available online via MyUni (Canvas)Recommended Resources
All material for the course will be available through MyUni throughout the semesterOnline Learning
Resources for this course are available on Canvas (e-reader, lecture notes and recording , assessment and aditional material as required). -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Throughout the semester students will be required to attend a 2 hour lecture and 1 hour tutorial each week.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORK REQUIRED HOURS 1 x 2-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week 24 hours 1 x 1-hour tutorial (or equivalent) per week 12 hours 6 hours reading per week 72 hours 2 hours research per week 24 hours 2 hours assignment preparation per week 24 hours TOTAL HOURS 156 hours Learning Activities Summary
Week 1 What is sociology? Week 2 Sociological Foundations Week 3 ocial Stratification: Class Inequality Week 4 Social Processes & Relationships Week 5 Essay writing exercises - no tutorial Week 6 Gender & Sexualities Week 7 Identity & Consumption Week 8 Aboriginality and 最新糖心Vlog’s Indigenous Peoples Week 9 Culture, Ethnicity and Migration Week 10 Power/Knowledge -
Assessment
The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Course Learning Outcome(s) Tutorial participation Formative and Summative 10% 1, 4, 6 Tutorial group activity Formative and Summative 10% 1 - 6 Short Quiz Formative and Summative 10% 2, 3 1500 word essay Formative and Summative 45% 1 - 6 Multiple-answer test (online) Formative and Summative 25% 1 - 6 Assessment Detail
Tutorial participation 10%
Facilitating discussion in one tutorial:
For each of the topics, students will be assigned to lead a tutorial discussion through answering the set tutorial questions based on the readings. No presentation is required for this, it is simply a matter of being prepared for the class, being willing to speak first and encouraging others to contribute.
Completion of tutorial exercises:
Each week you are asked to complete additional preparation for the tutorial, for example locating a newspaper article or completing an exercise before you come to the tutorial. There is no make-up alternative to this exercise.
Tutorial Group Activity 10%
In small groups students will devise an activity to present in a tutorial of their choosing.
Online Quiz 10%
Multiple Choice Questions to be completed on-line within stated period.
Major Essay 45%
Develop skills in producing, sustaining, and coherently presenting a written and persuasive argument, using evidence from academic and other sources. Essay questions will be posted on MyUni.
Online Quiz 25%
Multiple Choice Questions to be completed on-line within stated period.Submission
Online submission of all assignmentsCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
Students in the previous cohort provided the following feedback in the course SELTs. Student feedback is always highly valued and we do our best to act upon it. 59 students participated in the SELTs which constituted 24% of the class. I have made some refinements to the course/my teaching based on the feedback. I have summarised the areas of particular strength in both the Likert Scale and open-ended questions below as well as areas for improvement along with my responses to your colleagues’ feedback.
There was a broad agreement of 88% to question 1 - Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of this course (mean score of 6 out of 7). The students noted that the best aspects of the course were the tutorials ("interactive") and the lectures ("engaging"). Some students found the theoretical component of this course challenging. I have incorportated more examples that link theoretical material to 'real life' situations to hopefully demonstrate its applicability. -
Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the 最新糖心Vlog to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
Student feedback is always highly valued and we do our best to act upon it.
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