LYTS509 Theory, Sport and Society (4 op)
Osaamistavoitteet
On successful completion of this course, student is able to
- identify the range and structure of sociological theory and to explore how theory has been applied to the study of sport
- understand, by applying sociological concepts, together with theories and evidence, the relationship between sport, culture and society
- demonstrate a sociological imagination based on relevant theoretical, conceptual and methodological skills
- apply knowledge, concepts and methodological skills to a variety of sport issues, problems and interactions
Suoritustavat
Lectures 20 hours, reading assignments
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Range of theoretical perspectives, key concepts, theories, and readings within different sociological traditions.
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2nd year autumn
Oppimateriaalit
To be announced during the lectures
Kirjallisuus
ISBN-numero | Tekijä, julkaisuvuosi, teoksen nimi, julkaisija |
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Tomlinson, A. (ed.). 2007. The Sport Studies Reader. Routledge. London. (470 p.) |
Arviointiperusteet
Lecture examination 50 %, book examination 50%