Universität Wien

230021 SE Selected Paradigms: Class Theory - Debates & Challenges (2023W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 23 - Soziologie
Continuous assessment of course work

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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 32 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATE TO THE ASSESSMENT

  • Monday 02.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 09.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 16.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 23.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 30.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 06.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 13.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 11.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 08.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Friday 12.01. 11:30 - 16:00 Seminarraum 17, Kolingasse 14-16, OG02
  • Monday 15.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 22.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock
  • Monday 29.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Inst. f. Soziologie, Seminarraum 3, Rooseveltplatz 2, 1.Stock

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Aims, contents and method of the course

This seminar focuses on classical and contemporary theories of class in classical and contemporary sociological theory and cultural studies. From Marxist approaches to feminist and antiracist critiques, we will engage with class concepts and their relevance for understanding contemporary society in a global context. We will also discuss current debates including class composition and stratification; intersectionality; ecology, climate change and class. Students will be expected to read and discuss original texts in English.

Assessment and permitted materials

Regular attendance (compulsory) and active participation (including group work) are expected. Students will be required to:
1) Give an oral presentation on one of the seminar readings [30% of final grade]
2) Submit one written reflection on one of the seminar readings [20% of final grade]
3) Submit one written essay at the end of the course [50% of the final grade]

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

To fulfil the requirements of this seminar, you will be expected to read the required reading for each seminar and actively participate; be prepared to actively engage in group discussions on the theories, concepts, themes and perspectives raised in the readings and to convey your interpretations and perspectives on the readings to the group in short presentations where required.

Criteria for the evaluation of oral and written work:
1. Relevance to the readings and topics discussed in the seminar
2. Logical development and illustration of an argument and/or answer to a specific question
3. Clear structure and appropriate presentation (introduction, main part and conclusion; clear paragraphing, correct grammar and syntax)
4. Reference to wider academic literature and correct academic citation (Harvard or Chicago style) and inclusion of full bibliography

You must submit and pass all assignments to pass the course. A grade of at least 50% is required to pass.

Grading scale:
very good 87,5% - 100
good 75% - 87,49%
satisfactory 62,5% - 74,99%
pass 50% - 62,49%
fail 0% - 49,99%

Examination topics

Required readings for each seminar and further materials that will be made available on the moodle learning platform.

Reading list

Indicative reading list (a full list of readings will be provided at the beginning of the semester):
Bohrer, Ashley (2019): Marxism and Intersectionality. Bielefeld: Transcript Verlag.
James, Selma and Dalla Costa, Mariarosa (eds.): The Power of Women and the Subversion of Community. Bristol: Falling Wall Press.
Latour, Bruno and Schultz, Nikolaj (2022): On the Emergence of an Ecological Class. Oxford: Wiley Blackwell.
Robinson, Cedric (2000) : Black Marxism. Chapel Hill NC: The University of North Carolina Press.
Sennett, Richard and Cobb, Jonathan (1972): The Hidden Injuries of Class, New York and London: W.W. Norton and Company.
Wright, Erik Olin (1998): Classes. London/New York: Verso.

Association in the course directory

in 505: BA T2 SE zu ausgewählten Paradigmen

Last modified: Fr 22.09.2023 15:07