Allgemeines

Recent Contributions to Sociological Theory

WS 2023/24
Di 18:00 - 20:00, FMA/00.08

This seminar aims to introduce students to current discussions in sociological theory. We will read and discuss selected articles and book chapters that contribute to topics like action and cognition, digitalization, or the environmental crisis. The seminar will also provide the opportunity to discuss topics chosen by students.

Organization of the seminar

This seminar is focusing on the discussion of contemporary texts on sociological theory. Classes will rely highly on student participation, with me acting as a facilitator and moderator for students’ discussions. Everybody attending the class should be capable of giving a short introduction to the text(s) assigned to the session. You should be able to answer the following questions:

·       What is the topic of the texts?

·       Which arguments are developed?

·       How are these arguments developed?

·       What is convincing about the texts?

·       Where is criticism appropriate?

Performance requirements

In the term paper you will work on a topic of your own choice from the context of the seminar. It is only important that you discuss the topic or your research question with me so that I can advise you and make sure that the paper fits the seminar.

Formal requirements for the term paper: max. 18 pages (excl. title, table of contents, literature); Times New Roman 12pt.; 1.5 line spacing; 3cm margins all around.

Submission of papers

·       as a pdf-file @ thorsten.peetz@uni-bamberg.de

·       yourname_recentcontributions.pdf

·       deadline: February 29th, 2024