M362002Sociology (Seminars)
| Numbering Code | G-LET30 7M362 SJ45 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ Year-round | |
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| Number of Credits | 4 | Course Type | Seminar | |
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| Language | Japanese | Day/Period | Fri.5 | |
| Instructor name | OCHIAI EMIKO (Graduate School of Letters Professor) | |||
| Outline and Purpose of the Course |
We attempt to grasp how transformation, fluctuation of boundaries, and reorganization of the relationship between the private and public spheres, is seen in various areas of social science. With the social transformation at the end of the twentieth century and the public-private divide, the base of the structure of modern society is not as evident any more. This course is an intellectual exercise to understand the current situation as well as the newly-created social structure. In this seminar, we will read the foundational literature regarding the new field of public-private sphere research, share the theoretical framework, and present research approaching each theme as per the framework. The themes covered span gender, welfare regimes, labor, care, human reproduction, globalization, structures and sustainability, systems and changes, etc., with a flexible response to the themes that are not listed. |
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| Course Goals |
1. Gain an understanding of the theoretical framework of the new field of public-private sphere research 2. Using a theoretical framework, acquire the ability to approach and understand each of the research themes |
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| Schedule and Contents |
1. The instructor will deliver a lecture on the theoretical framework of public and private sphere research, as an introduction. (one to two classes) 2. Each student will read the basic literature on public and private sphere research, and discuss questions and different perspectives in line with the issues arranged by the designated presenter. The person in-charge will add explanations as appropriate. (four to five classes) 3. Students will present research on individual themes using the framework of public or private sphere research. (nine to ten classes) |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy |
Class presentations 60 percent (all students to present at least once) Active remarks during presentations in each class 40 percent (marks will be deducted for leave without permission) |
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| Course Requirements | None | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | Students have to prepare to make presentations based on individual research on separate topics. | |||
| Textbooks | Textbooks/References | None | ||
| References, etc. | Introduced in class. | |||
