Ariana Andriichuk

I learned a lot. I learned the foundations of theory but also became skilled at applying my learnings to modern issues.

This was an incredible class. Arianas reading list, lectures, and group discussions were incredibly informative. I learned the foundations of sociological theory and how to apply them to contemporary issues. I also gain skills in writing and analyzing difficult and complex theoretical texts.

I was able to understand foundational sociological theorist that have expanded on societal issues and concepts.

great crash course in sociology as a previous outsider. gained a whole host of perspectives

The system and structure of sociological theory, fundamental sociological theories and how should we approach a theory and a sociologist. The way to write effective memos. How to ask effective sociological questions.

I learned much about the sociological /theoretical perspective, an invaluable approach to understanding not only how people relate and understand each other but also how power functions. I learned how inequality permeates social interaction and how different social scientists understand such inequality. I improved my capacity to think critically and ask productive questions.

basic theory, how to approach basic theory, how to engage with foundational theoretical material (

As a sociology student, this is the course you must take before you call yourself a sociology student.

I would recommend this course if you have never taken a sociological theories course before, but if you have possessed some knowledge then this course is too basic 1 Columbia University: Arts & Sciences Fall 2024 Course: SOCIGR5051_001_2024_3-SOCIOLOGICALTHEORY : SOCIGR5051_001_2024_3 - SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY Instructor: Ariana Andriichuk