This course has four major goals. Required Reading Farganis, James. 1996. Classical Sociological Theory. Course Requirements 1. Attendance at all lectures, careful reading of all reading assignments prior to the class period, and participation in all class activities.
Theory is almost by definition difficult reading.
Some of what you will be reading are primary sources and are considered particularly difficult. As you will be expected to participate in class discussions, I strongly suggest that you plan on reading the text at least three times prior to class. Make-up exams will be given but will have a different format and different questions. Because of its abstract nature, theory is not like other classes. I strongly suggest that you review continuously and that you form and attend study groups.