Overview
It is said we live in a divided world faced with climate change, forced migration, economic upheaval, political polarisation, fake news, and an antibiotic apocalypse on the horizon. These challenges affect different groups unevenly, with dramatic consequences for some.
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These are the sorts of questions that drive sociological inquiry. In this unit, we explore how societies in the past have engaged with major challenges, with a view to shedding light on the big ideas behind contemporary social movements in a diverse Australia.
Offerings
S2-01-CAULFIELD-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-CAULFIELD-ONLINE
S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-CLAYTON-ONLINE
Requisites
Prohibition
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Associate Professor Brady Robards
Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Brady Robards
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
describe and analyse a range of sociological issues, and identify instances of inequality;
2.
apply sociological theories, concepts, and evidence to contemporary global challenges;
3.
identify and evaluate tools, mechanisms, and strategies for social change;
4.
develop evidence-based arguments that engage with and evaluate relevant research.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Enquiry-based learning
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
1 - Quizzes
2 - Participation
3 - Annotated bibliography
4 - Essay
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Lectures
Tutorials
Workload requirements
Workload
Learning resources
Required resources
Availability in areas of study
Sociology