Undergraduate Sociological Theory Syllabus

Abstract

This course provides students with an in-depth introduction to social theory, examining central issues in sociological theory using selected works of major theorists and some underrepresented voices. Students are introduced to different conceptualizations such as social order, action, change, and inequality. We also explore theoretical and...

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Details

Subject Area(s):

Theory

Resource Type(s):

Syllabus

Class Level(s):

College 300

Class Size(s):

Medium, Small

Usage Notes

This course is a 300-level Social Theory course that is required for sociology majors and can be taken as an elective by other students. Ideally, students take this class in their junior year, however, students tend to range from sophomore to senior. This course usually has anywhere from 12-18 students allowing us to follow a seminar format and engage...

Learning Goals and Assessments

Learning Goal(s):

1. Describe and synthesize sociological concepts, principles, and theories used in the study of sociology.
2. Apply the sociological theory to the study of the social world from multiple levels of analysis
3. Explain the human experience from a sociological perspective
4. Analyze and discuss a social institution from the perspective of sociology
5. Demonstrate the ability to communicate all of the above effectively, both orally and in writing

Goal Assessment(s):

1. Goals 1-3 will be assessed via the weekly discussions and reading responses students must submit.
   Goals 1 and 4 will be assessed via the midterm assignment.
   Goals 1,2 and 5 will be assessed by the final project.