233022 SE Introductory STS Theory: From Paradigms to Post-ANT (2024W)
Prüfungsimmanente Lehrveranstaltung
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- Anmeldung von So 01.09.2024 09:00 bis So 22.09.2024 23:59
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max. 25 Teilnehmer*innen
Sprache: Englisch
Lehrende
Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert
Kick-off: Monday, 1st of October 2024 from 09:00 - 18:00 (seminar room STS)
Final presentations:Wednesday, 29th of January 2025 from 15:00-18:00
Thursday, 30th of January 2025 from 09:15 -12:45
- Dienstag 01.10. 09:00 - 18:00 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 07.10. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien (Vorbesprechung)
- Montag 14.10. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 21.10. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 28.10. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 04.11. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 11.11. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 18.11. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- N Montag 25.11. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 09.12. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Montag 16.12. 09:15 - 11:15 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Mittwoch 29.01. 15:00 - 18:00 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Donnerstag 30.01. 09:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum STS, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/6. Stock, 1010 Wien
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Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung
This seminar offers an introduction to the main theoretical approaches and conceptual frameworks in science and technology studies (STS). The principal aim is to chart the theoretical landscape of STS, its key concerns, and the major approaches used. The seminar therefore combines an overview of STS theories with discussion of the ways in which these theories have been developed and put to work. The seminar will also contextualize theories over time, examining in which contexts and in relation to what problems they have emerged. What do these approaches have in common? Where do they differ? To answer these questions, the seminar discusses seminal texts in STS, whilst making explicit their background assumptions.The didactic aim of the seminar is to promote clarity and create confidence in working with theoretical concepts in STS. Students should feel equipped to work with a ‘tool kit’ of STS ideas in developing their own analyses and research. The theoretical approaches covered range from the ‘strong programme' in the sociology of scientific knowledge to actor-network theory, feminist and postcolonial science studies, and co-production.
Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel
To pass the seminar, students are expected to complete the following tasks:• Read the required readings for each course unit, and actively participate in class discussion.
• As part of a group, develop a presentation engaging with the readings for one of the classes (topic to be assigned by the lecturer).
• As a group, develop a research expose for your case.
• Write an essay (of approximately 2.000 words) in which you apply two of the theoretical approaches discussed in class to a specific topic or case, comparing what these each allow you to see.This course uses the plagiarism-detection service Turnitin for larger assignments.
• As part of a group, develop a presentation engaging with the readings for one of the classes (topic to be assigned by the lecturer).
• As a group, develop a research expose for your case.
• Write an essay (of approximately 2.000 words) in which you apply two of the theoretical approaches discussed in class to a specific topic or case, comparing what these each allow you to see.This course uses the plagiarism-detection service Turnitin for larger assignments.
Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab
Grading SchemeTo successfully complete the course, a weighted average of at least 4,5 is required. Failure to meet the attendance regulations, to deliver course assignments on time or to adhere to standards of academic work may result in a deduction of points.Assignments are weighted as follows:• Participation: 10%, assessed individually.
• Presentation: 30%, assessed as a group.
• Research expose: 20%, assessed as a group.
• Essay: 40%, assessed individually.Presence and participation is compulsory. A maximum of two classes during the semester can be missed provided that the lecturer is informed about the absence beforehand. Absences of up to four classes in total may be compensated by either a deduction of grading points or/and extra work agreed with the lecturer. Whether compensation is possible is decided by the lecturer.Further absences cannot be compensated. In this case, or if the lecturer does not allow a student to compensate absences of more than two classes, the course cannot be completed and is graded as a ‘fail’ (5), unless there is a major and unpredictable reason for not being able to fulfil the attendance requirements on the student’s side (e.g. a longer illness). In such a case, the student may be de-registered from the course without grading. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate this in a timely manner, and to provide relevant evidence to their claims if necessary. Whether this exception applies is decided by the lecturer.If any requirement of the course has been fulfilled by fraudulent means, be it for example by cheating at an exam, plagiarizing parts of a written assignment or by faking signatures on an attendance sheet, the student's participation in the course will be discontinued, the entire course will be graded as ‘not assessed’ and will be entered into the electronic exam record as ‘fraudulently obtained’. Self-plagiarism, particularly re-using own work handed in for other courses, will be treated likewise.
• Presentation: 30%, assessed as a group.
• Research expose: 20%, assessed as a group.
• Essay: 40%, assessed individually.Presence and participation is compulsory. A maximum of two classes during the semester can be missed provided that the lecturer is informed about the absence beforehand. Absences of up to four classes in total may be compensated by either a deduction of grading points or/and extra work agreed with the lecturer. Whether compensation is possible is decided by the lecturer.Further absences cannot be compensated. In this case, or if the lecturer does not allow a student to compensate absences of more than two classes, the course cannot be completed and is graded as a ‘fail’ (5), unless there is a major and unpredictable reason for not being able to fulfil the attendance requirements on the student’s side (e.g. a longer illness). In such a case, the student may be de-registered from the course without grading. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate this in a timely manner, and to provide relevant evidence to their claims if necessary. Whether this exception applies is decided by the lecturer.If any requirement of the course has been fulfilled by fraudulent means, be it for example by cheating at an exam, plagiarizing parts of a written assignment or by faking signatures on an attendance sheet, the student's participation in the course will be discontinued, the entire course will be graded as ‘not assessed’ and will be entered into the electronic exam record as ‘fraudulently obtained’. Self-plagiarism, particularly re-using own work handed in for other courses, will be treated likewise.
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Letzte Änderung: Mi 03.07.2024 15:06