Sociology of Space-Tim Perseption and Self-Recognition
Undecided, but in past years, we have read works of sociology.
In the fall semester of 2024, we will read sociological classics primarily from the perspective of changes in time-space perception and self-recoginition in the modern era. Time management, planning about the future, and the self acting on those plans, which is often required in modern society, is by no means an inherent form of perception in humans. It is something that has spread in the modern era and has brought both possibilities and oppressions to human beings. This issue has been a problematic concern of many 20th century sociologists, and a rereading of the classics from this perspective will deepen our understanding of the classics.
Each class consists of a 20-minute presentation by one student, followed by an additional lecture by the instructor, and discussion by all participants. The assigned textbook is dense, but the contents can be read and understood if the students have read "Contemporary Social Theory" by the teacher. Assuming that all students have read the assigned book, the course will emphasize discussion among students and question-and-answer session with the instructor.