Democracy, Policy and Social Change
The object of this course is to examine grass-root organizing, and the challenge of the need for environmental sustainability vis-à-vis the economy. The course examines theories and case studies related to power accumulation in the economic, political and media realms.
To obtain a passing grade, the student should be able to:
- Describe the historical emergence of processes that concentrate power and inequality regarding a sustainable environment.
- Reflect on theories of powerlessness and power accumulation within media, politics, and economics.
- Analyze and critically examine different theories and formulate a strategy for a democratic organization of economics, media, and politics in relation to a sustainable environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to make assessments considering relevant scientific, societal, and aspects related to a sustainable environment.
The course is an online-course with no physical meetings.
There will be a total of 15 classes: five (pre-recorded) lectures, and ten seminars (1–2 hrs each). See the schedule below for details.
Note also that:
- Attendance at seminars is required and that students who miss more than five hours (note, hrs not classes) of seminars will not be able to obtain a grade.
- The pre-recorded lectures will be available to view later than scheduled. It is strongly advised, however, to view them in the order scheduled.
Instruction is in English.
The examination consists of a written sub-exam of approximately six pages (40%), three pages of analytical book reviews (15%), and a group project where students analyze a democracy issue and design an alternative policy (45%).
For general questions regarding application, registration and more
The Department's Master's Student Office
masterstudenter@ekohist.su.se
Question about the course
Course convener and Examiner: Jonathan Feldman
