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Rs30000
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Duration: 2 Hours
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Delivery mode: Online
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Group size: Individual
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Instruction language:
English,
Urdu
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Certificate provided:
No
Sociology is the study of society, social relationships, and the functioning of human groups. It delves into the examination of social behavior, patterns, structures, institutions, and the processes that shape human interaction within various social contexts.
Introduction to Sociology is a foundational course that explores the fundamental concepts, theories, and methods used to understand human social behavior and societal structures. This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the discipline, emphasizing the analysis of social relationships, institutions, cultures, and the impact of social forces on individuals and groups.
Key topics covered in an introductory sociology course may include:
Foundations of Sociology: Historical development of sociology as a discipline, major sociological perspectives (such as functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism), and key sociological thinkers (e.g., Karl Marx, Max Weber, Emile Durkheim).
Social Institutions: Examination of institutions like family, education, economy, politics, religion, and their roles in shaping society and individual behavior.
Social Stratification and Inequality: Study of social class, race, gender, and other forms of inequality, exploring their impact on access to resources, opportunities, and life outcomes.
Culture and Socialization: Understanding culture as a set of shared beliefs, norms, values, and symbols, and the process of socialization through which individuals internalize societal norms and behaviors.
Social Change and Globalization: Analysis of social change processes, the impact of globalization on societies, and the interconnectedness of global cultures and economies.
Research Methods in Sociology: Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods used in sociological inquiry, including surveys, interviews, observations, and data analysis techniques.
Contemporary Social Issues: Exploration of current social issues such as immigration, urbanization, environmental sustainability, technology, and their sociological implications.
The course often incorporates readings from influential sociological texts, case studies, discussions, and research projects to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of sociological concepts and their real-world applications.
As students progress in their study of sociology, they may explore more specialized areas within the field, such as criminology, sociology of health and illness, sociology of education, urban sociology, or sociology of gender, among others. These specialized courses delve deeper into specific social phenomena and theories within those domains.