SOC101 Topic1:Understanding the Social World - Tutorial Wednesday

Key Concepts

Sociological Imagination

• Central idea in sociology, helps in understanding the connection between individual experiences and larger social forces.

• Encourages questioning of societal norms, customs, and assumptions.

Structure vs. Agency

• Structure: refers to the social systems and institutions that shape society.

• Agency: individual capacity to act and make choices within those structures.

• Discussion on how societal pressures influence individual behavior and vice versa.

Assignments Overview

• Assignments in the course include:

  1. Assessment 1: 500-word analysis of a social issue using the sociological imagination (20%).

  2. Assessment 2: 1,000-word film analysis (40%).

  3. Assessment 3: 1,300-word essay on a social movement (due in week 14).

• Emphasis on timely submission, understanding expectations, and utilizing resources available.

Academic Expectations

• Attendance or engagement with one lecture and one tutorial every week is required.

• Readings are crucial for deeper understanding and preparation for class.

• Participation in discussions is encouraged for a collaborative learning environment.

Conclusion

• Ongoing communication is vital; students are encouraged to reach out with any questions.

• Recap of material covered in the first class, emphasizing the relevance of the sociological imagination.

• Dr. Oren-Weis expresses excitement for the semester and encourages students to engage fully with the material.