57062 Social Change
8cp Graduate subject – Social Inquiry – 400 level
The focus of this subject is on theorising and debating collective action and the subject is organised around three theoretical strands in social movement theory: political process models, 'new social movement' post-Marxist approaches, and neo-Marxist interpretations. These three perspectives offer contrasting interpretations of social movements. The subject begins with discussion of definitions, methodologies and historical contexts to help narrow the focus on collective action. This is followed by theoretical debate, outlining the three approaches to understanding social movements. Understanding of the theories is then deepened with analysis of cross-movement themes – questions of globalisation, redistribution/recognition and identification. This leads into discussion of cases, with discussion of movements centred on the state, communities and corporations. The course ends with some discussion of the Australian context.
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Autumn semester, City campus
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