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Comparative sociology

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Overview:: This module focuses on major topics and areas of debate in comparative social studies through the study of classical theoretical contributions and more recent empirical research, with particular reference to contemporary industrial societies. It uses case studies of different issues such as welfare and citizenship to explore different theoretical positions.
Type of Material:: PowerPoint Presentation.
Recommended Uses:: This material would best be used by educators who are introducing comparative sociology. The slides provide a rough outline of topics that might be of interest.
Technical Requirements:: Powerpoint.
Identify Major Learning Goals:: This is a set of Powerpoint slides used in a comparitive sociology class. Material could be taken directly from the slides or used to supplement another class.
Target Student Population:: College General Ed.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:: None.

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Strengths:: The material provides a brief overview of a variety of areas of comparative sociology. There are some interesting discussion questions integrated into the slides.
Concerns:: This is not a resource that could be used by students. The slides provide a rough outline of the topics and many would need additional explanation for a deep understanding. British examples may be of limited use to people from other countries.

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Strengths:: These slides might help educators prepare to teach a short module on comparative sociology.
Concerns:: It was last updated in 2007. Some of the examples could be updated. Could be used as a supplement to a class. Much background work would be needed.

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Strengths:: This resource is a series of files that have been uploaded to a Wiki work area. It would be nice if there were summaries of each file for quicker access to relevant material.
Concerns:: Educators may want to update the examples.