Współczesne teorie socjologiczne Field of study: Sociology
Programme code: W3-S1SO19.2023

Module name: Współczesne teorie socjologiczne
Module code: W3-SO-S1-WTS
Programme code: W3-S1SO19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the classes carried out in the Modern Sociological Theories module is for students to acquire knowledge of selected theoretical concepts built from the second half of the 20th century to the present day. The classes also aim to show the philosophical sources of selected theories and the relationship between classical sociological theories and their contemporary continuations. The knowledge obtained should enable students to use theoretical assumptions and concepts characteristic of the concepts in question to analyze selected problems, processes and phenomena. With the acquired knowledge, students should also acquire the ability to critically judge the concepts they have learned.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
demonstrates reflexivity and criticism in viewing sociological theories [K01]
 K01 [4/5] K02 [3/5]
is able to consider social phenomena from the perspective of different theoretical positions. [U01]
 U01 [4/5] U02 [4/5] U06 [4/5] U09 [4/5]
is aware of the complex, multidimensional nature of sociological theories [U02]
 U01 [4/5] U06 [4/5] U09 [4/5]
knows the meaning of sociological terms and their connotations in the various theoretical concepts. [W01]
 W01 [4/5]
knows the theses of modern sociological theories and recognizes the relationships and differences between them [W02]
 W01 [4/5] W02 [5/5]
is able to identify the philosophical sources of sociological concepts and recognize the connections between classical and modern sociological theories [W03]
 W01 [4/5] W02 [5/5] W03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam W01 W02 W03
practical classes [02] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K01 U01 U02 W01 W02 W03
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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