Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CLASS AND EVERYDAY LIFE | ||
Code | SOCI335 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr K Paton Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology Kirsteen.Paton@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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On completion of this module, students should: G ain an understanding of classic and contemporary theories of class; Develop knowledge of contemporary sociological debates and research on class inequalities; Develop an ability for critical analysis of key areas of research and everyday life; Develop an ability to evaluate empirical research and evidence of class within everyday social life. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of theories of class analysis from Marxist, and Weberian traditions and contemporary Bourdieusian perspectives; |
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(LO2) Demonstrate detailed knowledge of contemporary sociological scholarship on how class is changing, disappearing or being reproduced within societies |
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(LO3) Be able to offer a critical reflection of key areas of research and social life from a class based perspective |
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(LO4) Be able to grasp the complexity of class intersections with various social issues and processes in everyday life |
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(LO5) Be able to deploy and critique empirical research and evidence of inequalities related to class |
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(S1) Organisational skills |
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(S2) Communication skills |
Syllabus |
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This module begins by developing theoretical foundations of class analysis and knowledge of key historical, political and intellectual moments that have seemingly undermined its relevance before going on to explore and assess the continued relevance of class in current everyday life in austerity Britian. Lectures 5-11 |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Hybrid - asynchronous pre-recorded lectures; face to face synchronous seminars, safety permitting. 11 weekly ‘lectures’ to be delivered asynchronously online as shorter video instalments. Fortnightly workshops to be delivered fortnightly in weeks 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 to allow for more interactive and in-depth analysis of the key topics and concepts introduced in the ‘lectures’. To comprise a range of pre-set tasks (e.g. readings, discussion boards, quizzes, videos etc.) and subsequent synchronous engagement. Self-directed learning hours to increase to reflect changes above – to 129. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
11 |
10 |
21 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 129 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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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 |
5 blogs providing an analytical discussion on the weekly topic Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Pass or fail on the basis of participation This is not an anonymous assessment. | weekly critical blog | 10 | ||||
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 2,500 words | 90 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |