Middlebury

SOAN 0105

Society and the Individual

Society and the Individual
This course examines the ideas and enduring contributions of the giants of modern social theory, including Karl Marx, Max Weber, Emile Durkheim, and Sigmund Freud. Readings will include selections from original works, as well as contemporary essays. Key issues will include the nature of modernity, the direction of social change, and the role of human agency in constructing the "good society." This course serves as a general introduction to sociology. 3 hrs. lect. (Sociology)
Subject:
Sociology/Anthropology
Department:
Sociology/Anthropology
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
SOC
Equivalent Courses:

Sections in Spring 2006, School Abroad Germany (Berlin)

Spring 2006

SOAN0105A-S06 Lecture (Garcelon)
SOAN0105X-S06 Discussion (Garcelon)
SOAN0105Y-S06 Discussion (Garcelon)
SOAN0105Z-S06 Discussion (Garcelon)