Structure of the Curriculum

Special Topics in Social History (YE)

Special Topics in Social History (YE)
COURSE OUTLINE
GENERAL
SCHOOLSchool of Economics and Political Science
DEPARTMENTSociology
Level of StudyUndergraduate
COURSE CODE431107
COURSE TITLESpecial Topics in Social History (YE)
Independent Teaching Activities Weekly Teaching Hours CREDIT UNITS
Lectures - assignments 3 6
TOTAL 3 6
Course TypeSpecial Background
Prerequisite CoursesNo
Teaching and Examination LanguageGreek
THE COURSE IS OFFERED TO ERASMUS STUDENTSNo
Course Webpage (URL)
(2) LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:

  • To know the basic aspects of special topics in social history and what we define as social history
  • To analyze historical social phenomena
  • To develop critical thinking
  • To perceive the reciprocal relationship between the two scientific disciplines, History and Sociology.

General Capabilities

  • Cultivation of reflective thought and critical thinking
  • Search, analysis and synthesis of data and information, also using the necessary tools: bibliographic search
  • Project execution: individual or teamwork
  • Working in an interdisciplinary environment
  • Generation of new research ideas
  • Respect for diversity and multiculturalism, demonstration of social, professional, and ethical responsibility and gender sensitivity
(3) COURSE CONTENT

It focuses on the study of the history of social classes, movements, everyday practices, and cultural representations. It examines themes such as labor, family, gender, political action, and experiences from below. The course combines sociological with micro-historical and cultural approaches, giving a voice to social subjects who are often excluded from official narratives. It emphasizes sources, narrative, and historical sensitivity in the study of social change.

(4) TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS – EVALUATION
DELIVERY METHODFace to face
Information and Communication Technologies
  • PowerPoint presentation,
  • Display of supporting audiovisual material
  • Support of the learning process through the e-class electronic platform
Activity Semester Workload
Lectures 39
Work 39
Standalone Study 69
Participation in exams 3
Course Summary 150
Student Evaluation
Process Description Evaluation
  1. Attendance and Participation (10%)
  2. Preparation and Presentation of a Project (40%)
  3. Final Exam (50%)
    Includes: Comparative evaluation of theories & critical evaluation of a specific case

They are listed and available on e-class

(5) RECOMMENDED BIBLIOGRAPHY

Suggested Bibliography

  • Elpida K. Vogli, The Fields of History in its Past and Present, Pedio, Athens 2023
  • Thanos Theodoros V., Karaoulas, Apostolos Social History of Greek Education, Dardanos, Athens 2025.

Related Scientific Journals

  • The Historical Review-La Revue Historique
  • MNEMON

210 36 88 746
210 36 88 719

Secretariat telephone numbers

secr@soc.uoa.gr

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