An Introduction To Sociology In Ireland

Author : Bernadette McDonald
Publisher : Gill & MacMillan
ISBN 13 : 9780717156221
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to Sociology in Ireland written by Bernadette McDonald and published by Gill & MacMillan. This book was released on 2014-03-21 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised and updated edition of this comprehensive introduction to the world of sociology incorporating key contemporary issues, with particular reference to the Irish perspective. New to this edition: Reflects all changes in the revised Social Studies module 5N1370] Provides the most recent statistics related to the area of sociology Introduces reflective and investigative skills for use on current social issues Advises on strategies for study and preparation for examinations, as well as note-taking skills and revision methods. Highlights key sociological theories, concepts and topics, while introducing and examining social stratification in Irish society. Facilitates an individual's basic understanding of their position as an individual, a family member and as part of a community and wider society. Introduces the process and agents of socialisation by analysing family, peer groups, education and media, and their impact. Examines the role and function of the family within society, in particular within an Irish context, and how the structure of the family has evolved and developed in recent times. Discusses discrimination and its impact on individuals and society. Details various survey methods, observation skills and research methodologies, and provides pointers on documenting, referencing, and analysis and presentation of research findings. Written For: The revised NFQ Level 5 Social Studies module 5N1370] as part of the following major awards: Intellectual Disability Practice 5M1761 Applied Social Studies 5M2181 Journalism 5M2464 Community Care 5M2786 Community Development 5M3050 Healthcare Support 5M4339 Nursing Studies 5M4349 Community Health Services 5M4468 Youth Work 5M4732 Early Childhood Care and Education 5M2009 Suitable also for those studying BTEC and HETAC subjects within the fields of Social Science and Healthcare.

Author : Hilary Tovey
Publisher : Gill & Macmillan Ltd
ISBN 13 : 9780717135011
Total Pages : 646 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Sociology of Ireland written by Hilary Tovey and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2003 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflects recent social developments with new chapters on Civil Society, Popular Culture and Everyday Life Has a strong central argument related to the nature of Irish society Looks at Ireland's positioning in a globalising world Considers a wide range of aspects of the social structure and culture Written in an accessible and interesting style Includes a comprehensive bibliography of Irish and overseas references Suitable for Sociology courses in Irish universities and Institutes of Technology at both undergraduate and postgraduate level including general arts programmes, applied social studies, social studies/social work.

Author : Frank van Tubergen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351134949
Total Pages : 529 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Sociology written by Frank van Tubergen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive and engaging, this textbook introduces students not only to foundational sociological work, but also to insights from contemporary sociological theory and research. This combined approach ensures that students become familiar with the core of sociology: key concepts, theories, perspectives, methods, and findings. Students will acquire the ability to think like a sociologist, investigate and understand complex social phenomena. This text presents a complete sociological toolkit, guiding students in the art of asking good sociological questions, devising a sophisticated theory and developing methodologies to observe social phenomena. The chapters of this book build cumulatively to equip students with the tools to quickly understand any new sociological topic or contemporary social problem. The textbook also applies the sociological toolkit to selected key sociological issues, showing how specific sociological topics can be easily investigated and understood using this approach. Taking a global and comparative perspective, the book covers a rich diversity of sociological topics and social problems, such as crime, immigration, race and ethnicity, media, education, family, organizations, gender, poverty, modernization and religion. The book presents a range of helpful pedagogical features throughout, such as: Chapter overview and learning goals summaries at the start of every chapter; Thinking like a sociologist boxes, encouraging students to reflect critically on learning points; Principle boxes, summarizing key sociological principles; Theory schema boxes, presenting sociological theories in a clear, understandable manner; Stylized facts highlighting key empirical findings and patterns; Key concepts and summary sections at the end of every chapter; and Companion website providing additional material for every chapter for both instructors and students, including PowerPoint lecture notes, discussion questions and answers, multiple-choice questions, further reading and a full glossary of terms. This clear and accessible text is essential reading for students taking introductory courses in sociology. It will also be useful for undergraduate and graduate courses in other social science disciplines, such as psychology, economics, human geography, demography, communication studies, education sciences, political science and criminology.

Author : Pamela Abbott
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134805888
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to Sociology written by Pamela Abbott and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-09-11 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This third edition of this best-selling book confirms the ongoing centrality of feminist perspectives and research to the sociological enterprise, and introduces students to the wide range of feminist contributions in key areas of sociological concern. Completely revised, this edition includes: new chapters on sexuality and the media additional material on race and ethnicity, disability and the body many new international and comparative examples the influence of theories of globalization and post-colonial studies. In addition, the theoretical elements have also been fully rethought in light of recent developments in social theory. Written by three experienced teachers and examiners, this book gives students of sociology and women's studies an accessible overview of the feminist contribution to all the key areas of sociological concern.

Author : Nathan J. Keirns
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781947172906
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Sociology 2e written by Nathan J. Keirns and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book's conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today's students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface."--Website of text.

Author : Sara O'Sullivan
Publisher : University College Dublin Press
ISBN 13 : 1910820911
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contemporary Ireland written by Sara O'Sullivan and published by University College Dublin Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: body,div,table,thead,tbody,tfoot,tr,th,td,p { font-family:"Calibri"; font-size:x-small } a.comment-indicator:hover + comment { background:#ffd; position:absolute; display:block; border:1px solid black; padding:0.5em; } a.comment-indicator { background:red; display:inline-block; border:1px solid black; width:0.5em; height:0.5em; } comment { display:none; } In-depth description and analysis of the transformations that have taken place in Ireland over the past ten years during the heyday of the Celtic Tiger

Author : B. Fanning
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1137450363
Total Pages : 95 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sociology in Ireland written by B. Fanning and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-12-10 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a short introduction to the emergence and development of sociology in Ireland until the present day. The institutionalization of the discipline came relatively late as it remained under the control of the Catholic Church. However, since the 1970s sociology has witnessed periods of considerable growth and professionalization.

Author : Sara O'Sullivan
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781904558873
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contemporary Ireland written by Sara O'Sullivan and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Starting from the assumption that the Celtic Tiger has transformed Irish society and that there is indeed a new Ireland, this text covers all the topics that would be expected in an introductory text for sociology and Irish studies students, as well as in-depth topics for more advanced courses.

Author : Dukelow, Fiona
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1447329635
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Irish social policy (second edition) written by Dukelow, Fiona and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2017-05-31 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 2nd edition of a highly respected textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to Irish social policy. It provides an accessible, critical overview taking account of significant changes over recent years. The book is organised across four key sections: 1: Traces the emergence and development of Irish social policy from its origins to the present 2: Situates the Irish case in the wider context of the politics, ideology and socio-economic factors relevant to the development and reform of welfare states 3: Analyses core social service areas with specific reference to the contemporary Irish context 4: Explores how social policy affects particular groups in Irish society including children, older people, people with disabilities, carers, new immigrant and minority ethnic groups, and LGBT people. Discusses the challenges posed by environmental issues and the importance of a social policy perspective Text boxes used throughout provide policy summaries, definitions of key concepts, along with guides for further reading and discussion. This is a valuable resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Irish social policy and allied subjects.

Author : Steve Bruce
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0192555804
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sociology: A Very Short Introduction written by Steve Bruce and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018-09-20 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on studies of social class, crime and deviance, education, work in bureaucracies and changes in religious and political organizations, this Very Short Introduction explores the tension between the individual's place in society and society's role in shaping the individual, and demonstrates the value of sociology for understanding the modern world. In this new edition Steve Bruce discusses the continuing arguments for social egalitarianism, considering issues such as gay marriage, women in combat roles, and the 2010 Equality Act to debunk contemporary arguments against parity. As gender divisions are increasingly questioned he looks ahead to the likely consequences of this for society. Delving into the theory of sociology, Bruce also argues that the habit of dividing sociology into apparently competing 'sects' is misleading, and shows how a new understanding of the disciplinary background of many of the most famous theorists, which shows that much social theory is actually philosophy or literary theory, will prove useful to today's sociologists. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.