ASC308 - Social Theory Rewired: Power, Passion and Post Humanism
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| Year: | 2019 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Trimester 1 Unit Chair: | Vince Marotta |
| Prerequisite: | ASC101, ASC102 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | ASC203, ASC408 |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 1 hour Class per week, 1 x 1 hour Seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - cloud (online): | 1 x 1 hour Class per week (recordings provided), 1 x 1 hour online Seminar per week |
Content
Many sociologists envisage advanced societies entering a new phase, the transition from modernity to postmodernity. This unit examines theories of modern and postmodern societies. A range of illustrative social developments are studied through which the student will be able to:
- develop critical thinking through analytical and conceptual thought;
- practice interpretation of theoretical texts;
- demonstrate reasoned points of view;
- design and produce critical and evaluative written work;
- locate social theory within contemporary issues and critically evaluate its place in political and democratic traditions.
Assessment
Assessment 1 (Individual) - Class/Online Exercises (600 words or equivalent) - 15%
Assessment 2 (Individual) - Essay (2000 words) - 50%
Assessment 3 (Individual) - Test (1400 words or equivalent) - 35%
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