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 2007, School Abroad France (Paris)

Spring 2007

SOAN0105A-S07 Lecture (Garcelon)
SOAN0105X-S07 Discussion (Garcelon)
SOAN0105Y-S07 Discussion (Garcelon)
SOAN0105Z-S07 Discussion (Garcelon)