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Lecture type	Total
Lectures	15
Seminar	15

* Load is given in academic hour (1 academic hour = 45 minutes)

Course description
The course Sociology of Identity is focused on the analysis of individual and social identities from sociological starting point of view. A sociological approach to self and identity begins with the assumption that there is a reciprocal. Relationship between the self and society. The focus of the course is on how social structure influences one(s identity, and in turn, behavior. More attention is being given to understanding the development of multiple role identities and their outcomes for individual behavior. Therefore, the basic objectives of the subject are
1. Outline the knowledge about the basic concepts of identity from different scientific perspectives.
2. Define the insights into the dominant social processes that have an impact on the formation of social identity.
3. Demonstrate the knowledge of the relational nature of identity
4. Elaborate different forms of social disintegration, both vertical (different social groups) and horizontal (policy) - especially when it explains the different fields of social and individual identity;
5. Apply the historical relationship between the society and individual to a culture that represents the intersection of the formation of different identities;
6. Classify and compare the insights on contemporary empirical research in the field of social identity;
7. Explain the social identity of Croatian society, with emphasis on the impact of globalization processes of the local identities.

e-learning level 1
english level 1

Competency
The main learning outcomes are the knowledge, insight and understanding of contemporary characteristics, structure and dynamics of social identity. After completing undergraduate studies sociology student will be able to
* reproduce and interpret classical sociological texts in terms of different approaches to social identity,
* correctly interpret basic social effects induced by the nature of the issues of identity
differentiate, classify and compare different theories of society in terms of different dimensions of identity - cultural, ethnic, religious, gender, etc.)
* argue the pros and cons of various social action from the perspective of gender identities and normative sturkture society. (Legal framework)
* evaluate the lessons learned through their own contributions through seminar work, oral presentations and to create critical questions.

Learning Outcomes
1. define and interpret basic relational dimension of identity.
2. define and distinguish the approaches to the concept of identity in sociology and other natural sciences.
3. apply basic sociological concepts of identity and categories in interpreting forms of social habitus.
4. explain the modern social processes in which identity occurs in the context of the sociology of everyday life.
5. apply the acquired knowledge and understanding within the social action that manifests a high degree of respect for the established hierarchy and loyalty.
6. analyze current processes governing the dynamics of the Croatian society (mass impoverishment , social disintegration , stagnation of social production; develop their own mental map of the social structure and relational dimensions of identity ; * develop and build their own value orientation and ( world view ( in relation to the other and different, traditional and modern value systems).
7. analyze current processes governing the dynamics of the Croatian society (mass impoverishment, social disintegration, stagnation of social production).
8. develop their own mental map of the social structure and relational dimensions of identity.
9. develop and build their own value orientation and ( world view ( in relation to the other and different , traditional and modern value systems.
10. define and be able to present their knowledge and insights to other ( young ) people who have problems with socio-cultural integration , which is the most common form in understanding issues of identity.


Week plan
1. Introduction to the course , getting to know the purpose of the course , mode , student rights and responsibilities.
2. The primary analysis of sociological aspects of identity.
3. The identity of the earliest communities.
4. Analysis of individual- psychological level Identity of - identity as the subject of memory and solidarity.
5. Relationship society - culture - identity - an anthropological level.
6. The identity of the individual in the sociology of everyday life.
7. Political identity - the relation of identity and legitimacy.
8. The social complexity of ethnic identity.
9. The identity of Europe - between democracy and the nation.
10. Multiple Identities.
11. Social and Role Identities.
12. Globalization and Virtual Identity.
13. Postmodernity and identity crisis.
14. Identity Theory as a Theory.
15. Integrating the Identity - Theory Versions.


Grading
A Regular attendance (three unexcused absences, score decreases)
B. Each student has a seminar in front of an audience who evaluates or submission in writing
C. three written exams during the semester;
D. Oral exam at the end of the semester

1. , Hall, S. (1996) Introduction: Who Needs Identity?. U: Questions of Cultural Identitiy. S. Hall i P. du Gay, ur. London et al: Sage Publications, 1-17.
   2. Bauman, Z. (2004) Identity, Conversations with Benedetto Vecchi. Cambridge, Polity Press.
   3. Karsten Xuereb, European Cultural Policy and Migration: Why Should Cultural Policy in the European Union Address the Impact of Migration on Identity and Social Integration?; International Migration
   Volume 49, Issue 2, pages 28-53, April 2011.
   4. Brubaker, R. i Frederick, C. (2000) Beyond Identity. Theory and Society. 29/1: 1-47.
   5. Hall, S. et al. (1996) Introduction. In. Modernity: An Introduction to Modern Societies. Hall, S., Held, D. , Don Hubert and Kennth T., eds. Cambridge, MA: Blackwell.
   6. Jeffrey C. Alexander (2013) Struggling over the mode of incorporation: backlash against multiculturalism in Europe, Ethnic and Racial Studies. Ethnic and Racial Studies., , , .

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