The primary approaches in social theory from the 19th century to the present and their roles in the development of anthropological theory.
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Course Learning Outcomes
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Program Learning Outcomes
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Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Students will learn to think sociologically. | 1, 2, 4, 6 | 1,2,3,5 | A, D |
| 2. The course aims to equip students with knowledge and skills to apply Sociological Imagination in various fields. | 1, 2, 4, 6 | 1,2,3,5 | A, D |
| 3. Students will be taught the fundamental concepts of social theory traditions. | 1, 2, 4, 6 | 1,2,3,5 | A, D |
| 4. Students will learn about the key thinkers who have contributed to the development of Social Theory. | 1, 2, 4, 6 | 1,2,3,5 | A, D |
| 5. The student will acquire the ability to think conceptually. | 1, 2, 4, 6 | 1,2,3,5 | A, D |
Course Flow
| COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Week | Topic | Study Materials |
| 1 | Introduction to the Course | |
| 2 | Thinking Sociologically |
Zygmunt Bauman, Tim May. (2004) Thinking Sociologically. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing.
Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20. |
| 3 | Sociological Imagination |
C. Wright Mills. (2000). The Sociological Imagination. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20. |
| 4 | Enlightenment, Rationalism, French Revolution |
Baron de Montesquieu. (2002). The Spirit of the Laws. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
David Hume. (2003). Political Essays. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Eric Hobsbawm. (2010). The Age of Revolution Europe 1789-1848. London: Phoenix Press. Jean Jacques Rousseau. (2019). The Social Contract and Other Later Political Writings. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20 George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 26-51. |
| 5 | The Birth of Positivist Sociology |
Auguste Comte. (1858). The Positive Philosophy of Auguste Comte. New York: Calvin Blanchard.
Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20 George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 26-51
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| 6 | Social Facts, Solidarity, Suicide |
Emile Durkheim. 2006[1897]. On Suicide. London: Penguin Books.
Emile Durkheim. 1997[1933]. The Division of Labor in Society. New York: The Free Press. Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20 George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 51-53 / 124-169 |
| 7 | Capitalism, Class, and Social Theory |
Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels. (2004). German Ideology. New York: International Publishers.
Karl Marx. 2019[1906]. Capital: Volume One. New York: Dover Publications. Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20. George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 55-58 / 80-124 |
| 8 | Interpretative Approach in Social Theory |
Max Weber. (2009) From Max Weber Essays in Sociology. London and New York: Routledge.
Max Weber. (2003[1958]). The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism. New York: Dover Publications. Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20. George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 58-62 / 169-219. |
| 9 | Social Types, Fashion, and the Sociology of Metropolitan People |
Georg Simmel. (1964). The Sociology of Georg Simmel. New York: Free Press.
Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, 3-20. George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 62-64 / 219-256. |
| 10 | Structural Functionalist Approaches in Sociology |
Robert K. Merton. (1938). Social Structure and Anomie. American Sociological Review, 3, 672-682.
Talcott Parsons. (1985). On Institutions and Social Evolution. Chicago and London: The University of Chicago Press. Anthony Giddens, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. (2018) Introduction to Sociology. New York, London: W. W. Norton & Company, INC, pp. 3-20. George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 312-356. |
| 11 | Symbolic Interactionism |
Erving Goffman. (1986). Stigma. New York: Simon & Schuster.
George Herbert Mead. (1972[1934]). Mind, Self, and Society. Chicago and London: The University of Chicago Press.
Howard S. Becker. (1973). Outsiders Studies in the Sociology of Deviance. New York, London: The Free Press.
George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 417-468. |
| 12 | Ethnomethodological Approach |
Harold Garfinkel. (1996). Ethnomethodology’s Program. Social Psychology Quarterly, 59(1), 5-21.
George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 468-499.
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| 13 | Social Theory in Post-Modern Era |
Judith Butler. (2006). Precarious Life the Powers of Mourning and Violence. London, New York: Verso.
Michel Foucault. (2009). Security, Territory, Population. New York: Palgrave Macmillan. Pierre Bourdieu, Loic Wacquant. (1992). An Invitation to Reflexive Sociology. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press. George Ritzer, Jeffrey Stepnisky. (2018). Sociological Theory. Los Angeles: Sage, pp. 650-808. |
| 14 | General Discussion | |
Recommended Sources
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| Additional Resources |
The sources for weekly lectures are indicated above.
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Material Sharing
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| Documents | YULearn |
| Assignments | YULearn |
| Exams | YULearn |
Assessment
| ASSESSTMENT | ||
| In-Term Studies | Number | Percentage |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 30 |
| Assignment | 1 | 10 |
| Final | 1 | 60 |
| Total | 3 | 100 |
| CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE | 60 | |
| CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE | 40 | |
| Total | 100 | |
Course’s Contribution to Program
| COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM | ||||||
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Acquires the basic terms, theoretical point of views and the historical evolution of anthropology. | X | ||||
| 2 | Gains insight into the subfields of anthropology and the unique methods and applications of these fields. | X | ||||
| 3 | Possess knowledge about conducting ethnographic study, which is the basic research method of anthropology, and designs fieldwork accordingly. | X | ||||
| 4 | Formulates questions and evaluates research findings through analytical, critical and creative thinking by utilizing the knowledge and skills of anthropology. | X | ||||
| 5 | Demonstrates adherence to scientific and ethical values in fieldwork and academic research and acts in accordance with these values. | X | ||||
| 6 | Identifies social problems and develops social projects using anthropological theory and research methods. | X | ||||
| 7 | Effectively utilizes current databases, information resources, and information technologies. | X | ||||
| 8 | Designs interdisciplinary studies and participates in study groups by integrating disciplines alongside anthropology. | X | ||||
| 9 | Exhibits social awareness and responsibility, approaching individual and cultural diversities with impartiality. | X | ||||
| 10 | Acquires the ability to think, read, write and orally express English at an academic level. | X | ||||
ECTS
| ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION | |||
| Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Mid Term | 1 | 40 | 40 |
| Assignments | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Final examination | 1 | 40 | 40 |
| Total Workload | 194 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 7,76 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 8 | ||