Debating on Social Change: Key Social Challenges for the 21st Century 3700-ISSC-23-DSC
The objectives of the course are twofold - substantive and formal. The substantive is to think through and discuss some fundamental issues - the challenges of the first decades of the 21st century. Formal - to learn to present arguments effectively but concisely (litotes!), but also to respond effectively to counter-arguments. The format of the class will also allow for efficient group work - both in the - lengthy - preparation for the class and during the offline meetings themselves.
Type of course
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
W_1: Knows the terminology of social sciences and understands their role in culture (K_W04)
W_2: Knows the advanced new methods of analysis and interpretation used in social research (K_W08)
U_1: Is able to use basic numerical methods in order to organize, interpret and present data (K_U02)
U_2: Is able to prepare an oral or written presentation taking into account the needs of recipients (K_U05)
K_1: Is ready to take up teamwork (K_K02)
Assessment criteria
Active participation in all debates (60%)
- Submission (and acceptance) of 4 essays summarising the debates (max. 2 pages each, 40% - 10% each).
Bibliography
Bibliography will be set immediately after we all decide for the final four topics.
Notes
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Term 2023L:
In situ (four 2-3 hours meetings in February, March, April, May). Stationary meetings will be held once a month, on Wednesday from 6:30PM till 9:00PM. The dates and exact location will be agreed by the lecturers with the group at the beginning of semester. |
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