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| SOCI0111-1 | Sociology of social criticism
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| Duration : | 45h Th |
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| Number of credits : |
| Master in Sociology, in-depth approach, 1st year | | 6 |
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| Master in Sociology, didactic approach, 1st year | | 6 |
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| Master en sociologie, à finalité spécialisée en immigration studies, 1st year | | 6 |
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| Master in Sociology, Professional focus in applied sociology, 1st year | | 6 |
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| Master in Labour Sciences, Professional Focus, 1st year | | 3 |
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| Master in Sociology and Anthropology | | 6 |
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| Master in Labour sciences | | 3 |
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| Lecturer : | Mohamed Nachi |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| Social criticism and secularism in the West and elsewhere
Is social criticism secularised? Is secularisation a condition for the development of social criticism? What are the links between social criticism and secularisation?
In order to answer these questions, one has to begin with an explanation of what is meant by "social criticism" and "secularism", i.e. there is a need to deconstruct the two concepts to understand their different meanings.
The course will thus re-examine the conditions under which social criticism is possible and the context in which social criticism developed. In particular, the justifications for social criticism will be questioned, as well as its normative, cultural and political foundations.
However, what can be said about secularism? Can it be understood independently of its development in the West, but also independently of its Christian origins? The initial reasons for secularism in Western societies were diverse and varied: to establish a separation between religion and politics, to deal rationally with religious conflicts, to provide a response to the persecution of religious and ethnic minorities, etc. Nevertheless, in reality, does secularism really fulfil all these functions?
Does secularism remain an adequate response to the challenges faced by contemporary societies (both Western and non-Western)?
In addition, how can social criticism and secularism be considered in non-Western contexts, such as Islamic societies - Turkey, Tunisia, etc. - or India and Africa? How can this be viewed from a post-colonial perspective? |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Starting with the concepts of social criticism and secularism, this course aims to introduce comparative sociological reflection of a variety of forms of social criticism and the processes of secularisation which they express in Western and non-Western societies. It will be presented in the form of a seminar, and should also enable students to develop their analysis abilities, both in terms of preparing presentations and creating an environment for discussions and debate. |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| Interactive teaching. The first two sessions will be devoted to an overall presentation of the issue by the lecturer. Student presentations will follow (possibly prepared in groups), followed by a discussion. Active student participation is therefore required. |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| A bibliography, scientific texts and documents will be provided for students. A list of themes for the presentations will also be provided during the first session. Students will be able to propose other subjects, on the condition that they are directly related to the course. The programme of presentations will be agreed upon with the students in the first session.
During each session, the students who have prepared the presentation should provide a written version of their text to the lecturer and the other students |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| - Presentation: 1/3 of the grade
- Final oral exam 2/3 of the grade |
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Work placement(s) :
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Organizational remarks :
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Contacts :
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| Teacher: M. NACHI - tél : +32 4 3663607 - B.31 - office 0/48 - email : m.nachi@ulg.ac.be
Secretary: Mrs M. SALERNO - Tel.: 04/366.31.61 |
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