Sociology of the Global (10 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Execution methods

Independent essay. For instructions contact the teacher.

Accomplishment methods

Independent work.

Content

The course focuses on key theories and research in the field of sociology of the global. The student will study literature about sociological theories of globalization and about the local manifestations, connections and chains of effects of different global processes.

Materials

Jones, Andrew (2010) Globalization: key thinkers. Polity.
Ritzer, George (2004) Globalization of nothing. Pine Forge Press.
Urry, John (2003) Global complexity. Cambridge University Press.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Fail: Performance is highly deficient or erroneous. The work may be based on serious misunderstandings.

Sufficient and satisfactory (1-2): Performance is lacking in scope, superficial, or corresponds poorly to the assignment. The author merely lists things out of context or addresses them one-sidedly. The work may contain errors or obscurities.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good and very good (3-4): Performance corresponds to the assignment, manifesting comprehension and a skill to analyse and justify. The author has addressed the issue comprehensively. The work may contain some deficiencies.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5): Performance delineates an extensive whole and the author can apply knowledge in a multifaceted way or place it in various contexts. The work manifests independency and insight, and it is a flawless entity that involves justified thinking or critical contemplation. The work is well written and implemented.