Module Details
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Title GO HIGHER STAGE 3: THINKING SOCIOLOGICALLY
Code GOHI009
Coordinator Dr DM Ellis
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
D.M.Ellis@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2021-22 Level 3 FHEQ Second Semester 10

Aims

To introduce the methods of presenting and communicating a critical analysis of sociological concepts and theories;

To introduce the field of sociological research;

To introduce the techniques of data production in the social sciences.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Demonstrate the ability to present and communicate a critical analysis of sociological concepts and theories.

(LO2) To show understanding of social science research methods.

(LO3) To show understanding of the techniques of data production in the social sciences.

(S1) Communication skills

(S2) Organisational skills

(S3) Ethical awareness

Syllabus
 

A typical syllabus is:   Introduction Key sociological theories that explore gender roles and power Analysis of modern media images Key principles of social research Quantitative research process Qualitative research process Review workshop Assessment preparation

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Interactive lectures covering major themes.
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Lectures feed directly into other core activities such as class discussions and tutorials.

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description: Students complete exercises, participate in debates and read texts to explore the foundational aspects of the module.
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Students are asked to apply sociological theories and concepts to modern social phenomena.

Teaching Method 3 - Online Discussions
Description: Discussion boards within the module VITAL page is used to debate matters of interest arising from lecture and class sessions and to debate, discuss and reflect upon varius aspects of the module.
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Unscheduled Directed Student Hours (time spent away from the timetabled sessions but directed by the teaching staff): 2

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 8

 6

       2

 16
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 84
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Second Semester  1500 words    50       
Data Production and Qualitative Analysis There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Second Seme  1500 Words    50       

Recommended Texts
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