Fall 2020 - SA 300 J100
Canadian Social Structure (S) (4)
Class Number: 6363
Delivery Method: Remote
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 9 – Dec 8, 2020: Mon, 5:30–9:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Deborah Dergousoff
ddergous@sfu.ca
Office Hours: By appointment via BB Collaborate Ultra
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Prerequisites:
SA 101 or 150 or 201W.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An analysis of the social institutions and structure of Canadian society. The focus of the course will vary from semester to semester, but typically it will examine different theoretical approaches to the study of Canada and, from these, develop a framework for the analysis of Canadian social institutions and class structure.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course analyzes the structural dimensions of social inequality in Canada, paying close attention to the relationship between ethnicity, race, gender and social class, and the dynamics of domination, resistance and collective empowerment in Canada and beyond. How do Canadians make sense of politics, poverty, crime, social and economic development, immigration, privatization of universities, and the like? Special attention will be given to the gendered dimensions of social policy in Canada, especially in relation to healthcare, poverty and crime. The dynamic tension between change and progress in Canada’s relationship with its Aboriginal peoples is a major theme throughout the course. By examining the nature of social change and social progress in the intergroup dynamics of everyday life we will question dominant ways of thinking and explore alternative ways for understanding and explaining Canadian society and politics. Group presentations, discussions and assigned work are designed to help you develop good critical thinking skills and creative means of academic expression. Creativity and innovative thinking is encouraged in all course work.
Grading
- Blogs (4 x 10%) 40%
- Midterm exam 40%
- Presentation/participation 20%
NOTES:
Grading: Where a final exam is scheduled and the student does not write the exam or withdraw from the course before the deadline date, an N grade will be assigned. Unless otherwise specified on the course syllabus, all graded assignments for this course must be completed for a final grade other than N to be assigned. An N is considered as an F for the purposes of scholastic standing.
Grading System: The Undergraduate Course Grading System is as follows:
A+ (95-100) | A (90-94) | A- (85-89) | B+ (80-84) | B (75-79) | B- (70-74) | C+ (65-69) | C (60-64) | C- (55-59) | D (50-54) | F (0-49) | N*
*N standing to indicate the student did not complete course requirements
Academic Dishonesty and Misconduct Policy: The Department of Sociology & Anthropology follows SFU policy in relation to grading practices, grade appeals (Policy T 20.01) and academic dishonesty and misconduct procedures (S10.01‐S10.04). Unless otherwise informed by your instructor in writing, in graded written assignments you must cite the sources you rely on and include a bibliography/list of references, following an instructor-approved citation style. It is the responsibility of students to inform themselves of the content of SFU policies available on the SFU website.
Centre for Accessible Learning: Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need classroom or exam accommodations are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (1250 Maggie Benston Centre) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
Please see SFU Bookstore website for information on textbook purchase options.
REQUIRED READING:
Antony, W., & Samuelson, L. (Eds.) (2017). Power and Resistance: Critical Thinking About Canadian Social Issues, 6th ed. Black Point, NS: Fernwood Publishing.
Coburn, E. (Ed.) (2015). More Will Sing Their Way to Freedom: Indigenous Resistance and Resurgence. Black Point, NS: Fernwood Publishing.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2020
Teaching at SFU in fall 2020 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.
Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).