SOCI 3001 - Key Thinkers in Sociology
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2017
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code SOCI 3001 Course Key Thinkers in Sociology Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 15 units of Sociology major courses Assessment Book review (2,500 words) 30%, Group presentation 20%, Critical essay (3,500 words) 40%, Participation in online discussion 10% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Dee Michell
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:- Understand and critique the foremost arguments of key sociological thinkers.
- Describe a range of key concepts and theoretical approaches within sociology
- Demonstrate a sociological understanding of the nature of social relationships, diverse groups and institutions as discussed in key sociological texts.
- Drawing upon key sociologists be able to critically reflect upon the processes that underpin social change and social stability
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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) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1,2,3,4 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
1,3,4 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
1 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
2,3,4 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
3,4 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Harrington, A. (2005) Modern Social Theory. Oxford: Oxford 最新糖心Vlog Press.
Stones, R. (2008) Key Sociological Thinkers. Basingstoke: Palgrave MacmillanRecommended Resources
Reading lists, web-links, library resources, essay writing guides, study guides, referencing, IT support and TURNITIN will be availableOnline Learning
The MyUni site will contain some additional resources and materials. Each week after the lecture, the lecture slides and lecture recording will be uploaded. Announcements and a discussion board are activated for student queries and the passing on of course information. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures provide key information about a particular sociologist. This information is then supplemented and supported by work in seminars.
In each seminar students will work in groups of up to 6 students, to complete small group discussion exercises that require collecting information (from course materials and other sources), analysing problems, debating issues and making recommendations. They will share the results of their discussion with the rest of the class. The tutor will be available for assistance on request, and will work closely with at least one small group each week to provide further expertise, encouragement and guidance.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
1x1 hour lecture per week 12 hours per semester
1x2 hour seminarl per week 24 hours per semester
2 hour online discussion and posting per week 24 hours per semester
9 hours reading per week 84 hours per semester
9 hours research per week 84 hours per semester
Total: 312 hours per semesterLearning Activities Summary
Week 1 Introduction Week 2 Marx Week 3 Durkheim Week 4 Goffman Week 6 Garfinkel Week 7 Western Marxism Week 8 Foucault Week 9 Lyotard Weekl 10 Baudrillard Week 11 Bauman Week 12 Concluding Thoughts Small Group Discovery Experience
In each seminar students will work in groups of up to 6 students, to complete small group discussion exercises that require collecting information (from course materials and other sources), analysing problems, debating issues and making recommendations. They will share the results of their discussion with the rest of the class. The tutor will be available for assistance on request, and will work closely with at least one small group each week to provide further expertise, encouragement and guidance. -
Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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- 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)
2500 word book review
Formative and Summative
30
1, 2, 4
Group presentation
Formative and Summative
20
1,2
3500 critical essay
Summative
40
1,3,4
Participation in online discussion
Formative and Summative
10
1,2,3,4
Assessment Detail
- 2500 word book review: students will be given a choice of key sociological texts and will be required to write a review encompassing key arguments and critical reflections on the limitations - 30% weighting.
- Group Presentation: Students will be allocated a tutorial topic to present (in small groups) in the tutorial -20% weighting.
- 3500 word critical essay: Students will be required to write a research essay chosen from topics to be circulated in week 6 - 40% weighting.
- Participation in online discussion -10% weighting.
Submission
The two written assignments are to be submitted electronically via MyUni.Course 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.
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