SOCI V1202

Straight forward reading which is mostly enjoyable, 1 paper (8-10pgs) on a documentary film, midterm and final. Atttendance and participation are also important.

The subject material is pretty interesting. This is a course focused around a reading list of approx 5-6 books. The class lectures and discussions themselves aren't exactly intriguing, but that also depends on the students. A fair amount of work considering the reading and papers. Expect a TA to do the grading.

I was a bit cautious in taking this class with her because my past experience with graduate student taught classes had been shaky, but I'm glad I took the chance. She is one of the best instructors I've had, who remembers what it means to be a student. She's very organized and makes sure you know the work that you're supposed to be doing. Her selection of material is also excellent and the she makes sure you understand what you need to know, which makes this class a rarity in the Sociology department. If you're considering majoring in sociology, then take this class. But be warned, she's an exception to the rule.

I really got screwed with the grading in this class. The TA was this really incompetent grad student who seemed to have tremendous difficulty in understanding anything more than a simple sentence. Take this class at your own risk.

2 papers (5 pp.), group research project (8 pp.), midterm, final.

Great class! Neckerman is an engaging lecturer who does not mind interrupting her lecture for thought-provoking discussions. Very lenient policy on late papers. Some of the readings are dense and dry, but most are fascinating. Highly recommended.