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About the Course

This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) will offer the participants an introduction into the most important classical sociological readings between the 18th and 20th century. Highly influential social science scholars, such as Karl Marx, Max Weber and Emile Durkheim, will be discussed during 8 sessions. Combined with small tests, based on the video’s and recommended readings, the participants will be encouraged to dive deeply into the complex texts and get familiar with classical sociological concepts that are still very relevant today....

Top reviews

SS

Jan 6, 2019

Simple,neat and interesting way of explaining the content. Didn't get bored. Good refreshment if you already know the stuff and good introduction if you are new to sociology. Professor is really nice.

DT

Oct 28, 2018

This is a course which helps you understand the origin of Sociology. The content of this course includes all the sociologists who played a great role, also the lectures are delivered in a superb way.

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By Abel P

Aug 24, 2023

It's well explained in videos. However, if you are not a regular English speaker (or native in fact) it's kind of difficult to undertand the books.

By Felipe B

Feb 4, 2016

Very good intro. Being a Engineer with a couple courses of humanties, this was a solid base for further reading. Pay attention to the readings!

By Michelle A A R

Nov 5, 2016

The professor discusses with ease every assignment that you'll completely understand from the most basic theory to the very complex ones.

By Ben D B

Sep 19, 2016

I'd highly recommend this as an introduction to Sociology. Particularly beneficial for those with no previous experience of the subject.

By Mathilde G

Jul 7, 2024

This course is taught by a very interesting and passionate professor, which makes the topic even more interesting to learn!

By Richa k

Jul 26, 2020

I enjoyed this course, although I would l like to suggest to add a more detailed version of the theories of the thinkers.

By Pablo

Jul 26, 2016

It's a course very completed and it give you a good sight of the classical theories, entering you to the social thinking.

By Sourabh K S

Jul 14, 2020

Questions in quiz are repeated at each level, it will be better if asked other related questions at least in final quiz.

By Rebecca

Oct 31, 2020

Good introductory course. Might be worth reconsidering the format of the final exam with its over 80 questions though.

By Atimukta M

Nov 24, 2018

The course provides insight of the sociologists that formed the basis of sociology and motivates us to know more.

By Tamar M

Apr 20, 2017

i personaly feel its too general, on the surface. i would rther know more on fewer sociologist.

By Luka P

Sep 13, 2015

Interesting insight in my favorite subject. A bit simple compared with my college classes

By Diego C C

Jun 29, 2020

The treatment of Comte is overrated, while the importance of Marx is underrated

By Roldan, P L T

Sep 19, 2020

The conversational language made me feel like I'm learning in the classroom.

By GÜLÇE A

Feb 9, 2020

It was very instructive. But lessons could have been longer and detailed.

By Pranay A

Aug 23, 2020

Well structured course, competent faculty, explained in simple language.

By yaren g

Nov 17, 2022

Bazı derslerde Türkçe çeviri yoktu dersleri dinlemekte çok zorlandım.

By T. W t

Apr 6, 2021

Interesting course. Excellent professor with great teaching ability.

By Abir H C

May 31, 2020

Doesn't go that deep. Just helps you to improve your reading ability

By Gloria M G R

Jan 22, 2017

The course was great, though the final exam was a little too much.

By Joy S

Nov 21, 2018

Thourough grounding in the subject. Tough final test.

By Fatemeh G C

Jun 30, 2023

good course with total review of history of sociology

By Kam L

Aug 30, 2021

Excellent overview of sociological classical thinkers

By Kevin C

Aug 8, 2019

Very compelling, but could be a bit more rigorous.

By Magret C

Sep 12, 2020

thank you soo much, this experience was amazing