Spring 2017 - SA 100W D100
Perspectives on Canadian Society (SA) (4)
Class Number: 4737
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Jakub Burkowicz
jmburkow@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
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Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An examination of Canadian society from the perspective of the social sciences -- an introduction both to the nature of Canadian society and to the use of sociological and anthropological concepts applied to the analysis of modern societies in general. This course is meant to appeal to those who specifically wish to expand their knowledge of Canadian Society, and also to those who may be considering further work in sociology and anthropology. Topics to be considered include class structure, the nature of Canada's population, regional variation, gender relations, multiculturalism, native issues. Writing/Breadth-Social Sci.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course has a dual aim. The first is to provide students with an understanding of Canadian society by examining such topics as the Canadian state and social movements, multiculturalism and racism, the economy and poverty, health care and privatization, education and class inequality, and other salient issues. The second aim of the course is to help students understand and use the tools of sociological analysis. To this end, we will consider a number of order and change theories, specifically functionalism, pluralism, marxism, and feminism. These theoretical perspectives will be employed in order to deepen our understanding of the dynamics at play in the processes and institutions found in Canadian society.
This lecture will run on the traditional model where I do most of the talking. Complementing this will be tutorials which will depend heavily on your preparation, participation, and input. As this is a writing intensive course, students will be required to complete a number of written assignments, including weekly summaries of the readings, an annotated bibliography, an outline, and a research paper.
Grading
- Tutorial Participation & Attendance 10%
- Weekly Summary (2 pages X 10 weeks) 10%
- Annotated Bibliography (3 pages) 10%
- Mid-Term Exam 25%
- Term Paper outline (2-3 pages) 5%
- Research Paper (6 pages) 40%
NOTES:
All graded assignments in this course must be completed for a final grade other than N to be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
The Department of Sociology and 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: http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student.html.
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Naiman, Joanne. 2012. How Societies Work: Class, Power, and Change, 5th edition. Halifax: Fernwood.
Samuelson, L. & Antony, W. (Eds.) 2012. Power and Resistance: Critical Thinking About Canadian Social Issues, 5th edition. Halifax: Fernwood.
Registrar Notes:
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/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
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS