Theory of International Interdependence II

In this course, we’ll critically examine the books and articles relevant to migrants and refugees’ education and transition from education to work in the field of sociology and educational studies. The topics we’ll cover are (i) identity, culture and sense of belonging, (ii) social stratification, and (iii) schools and teachers, then an essay question will be provided for each topic.

In Week 1, the course structure and our goals will be explained.
From Week 2, students are expected to read the assignments before each class and are prepared for discussion. For each week, we’ll have one or two presenters. They are expected to bring

- summary of the articles (research question, method & data, findings and conclusion)
- evaluation of the articles (strength, limitations, implications to academic field and society etc.)
- discussion

At the end of the course, you will be required to pick up one question from a list of questions and write an essay of approx. 2,000 words.

Students will be able to
- discuss the significance, contributions, and limitations of each paper,
- critically examine the paper from the methodological point of view, and
- discuss the essay question, based on the assigned literature.