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What is sociology? An introductory course on key concepts

The course entitled ‘What is sociology?’ is taken from a textbook. The textbook is a comprehensive exploration of sociology, aimed at both students and educators. It explores various aspects of sociology and provides a rich understanding of social structures, institutions and their impact on human behaviour and the organisation of society. The course follows the same lines. It will cover, among other topics:

1- **Social structures and institutions** and their complex dynamics as well as institutions, highlighting their profound effects on human behaviour and the organisation of society. The importance of capturing these subtleties in order to better understand the evolution and transformation of society will be emphasised.

2- **Social Change and Movements**: We will explore the formidable forces of social change and the movements that shape human society. These movements reflect the aspirations and struggles of individuals and communities striving for a more equitable world.

3- **Sociology of Religion**: An overview will be given of how religion influences and is influenced by social structures, cultural values and individual experiences.

4- **Research Methodologies**: The essential role of research methodologies in sociology will be highlighted, including quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, experimental and comparative approaches. These methodologies allow us to uncover valuable information about behaviour, structures and social transformations while respecting ethical principles designed to protect research participants and preserve the integrity of the research.

- Historical perspective**: We will also trace the historical trajectory of sociology as a dynamic discipline that adapts to an ever-changing social environment. Various perspectives will be combined to provide a holistic understanding of the social world, and inform initiatives to solve social problems and advocate for social equity.

Overall, the course provides a theoretical foundation for understanding key sociological concepts and their application to the analysis and resolution of societal complexities. It will be supplemented by practical exercises in content analysis, text intelligence, etc.

Location

Online via webcam

General info

Age:
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:French, English, Arabic

About Me

Welcome !
My name is Dr. Hichem Karoui and I am a lecturer in sociology and Arabic studies.
I teach in three languages: French, Arabic and English.

Here are some of my scientific publications (articles not included):
Author or co-author of the following books:
1. Researching Society: An Introduction To Sociological Method. Global East-West 2024.
2. What Is Society? A Course Textbook. Global East-West 2024.
3. What Is Sociology About? Key Concepts for Students and Teachers. Global East-West 2024.
4. The Power Of Small States: Diplomacy In The Global Arena. Global East-West 2024.
5. France's Arab Policy: From De Gaulle to Macron. Global East-West (London: 2024).
6. Breaking the Veil: Unmasking Stigma Against Islam in the West. Global East-West. (London: 2024).
7. The Evolution of Qatari Foreign Policy. Global East-West (London: 2024).
8. The French Sociological Tradition: Essential Thinkers and Theories. Global East-West (London: 2024).
9. About Albert Camus: The Man Behind the Myth. Global East-West (London: 2024).
10. De la Revolution au Renouveau. Global East-West(London: 2024).
11. Angry Africa: A Study on Post-Colonialism and How "France-Afrique" Policy Led to Anti-French Coups. Global East-West (London: 2024).
12. The Invisible Hand: Uncovering the Deep State's Control Over Government. Global East-West (London: 2024).
13. The Right To Resist: Zionism and Fascism. Global East-West (London: 2023).
14. Children of Gaza: Requiem For a Civilisation In Decline. Global East-West (London: 2023).
15. I Have The Time. "Questions" series. Publisher: Global East-West (London 2023).
16. Treatise On Self-Improvement: Unlock Your Potential. "Questions" series. Publisher: Global East-West (London 2023).
17. What is Happiness? An Essay on the Infinite Ways to Find Lasting Joy. "Questions" series. Publisher: Global East-West (London 2023).
18. Leadership's Involvement In Institutional Excellence: Empowerment, Anticipation, Creativity. Noon Publishing (Paris 2020). Ebook. Arabic.
19. The Apparent Chinese Paradox. Chapter in the collective book "The Syrian Crisis." Springer (2020).
20. Geopolitical Shifts in the Triangle: The United States, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and China. Chapter in the collective book: “Handbook On China and Globalization . ” Edward Elgar House ( London: 2019), in collaboration with the Center for China and Globalization, Beijing.
21. Negotiation and Bargaining. Noon Publishing (Paris: 2018). Ebook. Arabic.
22. Inventing The Middle East. Noon Publishing (Paris: 2018 ). Ebook. Arabic.
23. U.S. Policy and the Arab-Muslim World: The Understanding Abyss. Noon Publishing (Paris: 2018 ). Ebook. Arabic.
24. On China And the Arabs. With Dr Gafar Karar Ahmed. Noon Publishing (Paris: 2018 ).
25. Chatting With My Chinese Friend, KRPC Publications (Paris: 2016).
26. Conservative Revolution and Other Essays, KRPC/Middle East Studies, Paris (Paris: 2015).
27. Diplomacy and Conflict: Policy Analyses. Middle-East-Studies/KRPC, (Paris: 2015 ).
28. Policy Analyses: 2002-2003 (Arabic) Volume 1. KRPC (Paris: 2015).
29. The Political Algebra of Global Value Change: General Models and Implications for the Muslim World. With Arno Tausch, and Almas Heshmati. Nova Science (New York: 2014).
30. Middle East Studies in the USA after 9/11: Shaping American Perceptions. Nama Centre for Research and Studies (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: 2013). Arabic.
31. U.S.- Saudi Love-Hate Story. A Middle East Studies Book. Charleston, S.C. USA. (2013).
32. Power Revolving Doors: The Shaping of American Perception of Middle East Studies. A Middle East Studies Book. (Charleston, S.C. USA. 2013.)
33. L’administration Bush au Moyen-Orient. (French). Middle East Books ( Paris: 2013).
34. Arab Spring, The New Middle East in the Making. CS/A Middle East Studies Book. (Charleston, S.C. USA. 2012).
35. The Bush II Years in the Middle East (2000-2008) A case study in the sociology of international relations. Middle East Books (Paris - South Carolina: 2012).
36. Diplomacy versus Transparency and Risk Society. Chapter in a collective book: The WikiLeaks Phenomenon: Media and Politics Controversy Between the Virtual and the Real. Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. (Doha-Beirut: 2012) . Arabic.
37. Post-Kemalist Politics in Turkey. Chapter in a collective book: The Arabs and Turkey: Present Challenges and Future Bets. The Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies (Doha-Beirut: 2012). Arabic.
38. Muslims: Nightmare or Strength for Europe? With Arnaud Tausch. L’Harmattan (Paris: 2011). French.
39. Where is Saudi Arabia Headed? (French), L’Harmattan (Paris: 2006).
40. Post - Saddam in Iraq, (French), L’Harmattan (Paris: 2005 ).
41. The Eagle and the Borders: Prolegomenon to a Critique of the Arab Political Reality. Al-Nawras publishing (Tunisia: 1989). Arabic.
42. International Balance From Cold War to Détente. Addar Al-Arabiyya (Tunisia: 1985). Arabic.

Education

PhD in Sociology, Sorbonne University (Paris 3). Very honourable. 2009.
o MA in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Studies, Sorbonne University (Paris 3), Very honourable. 2005.
o Maitrise (Master 1) in English Language, Literature and Civilisation, Sorbonne University (Paris 3). Very honourable. 2005.
o Maitrise (Master 1) in Arabic Language, Literature and Civilisation from the Sorbonne University (Paris 3). Very honourable. 2004.

Experience / Qualifications

Qualifications (Ministry of Higher Education and Research)

Senior lecturer in section 19: sociology (2010);
and in section 15: Arabic studies (2011).

Professional experience (in brief):
From 2023: Research Director at Reports & Analyses (The Voice of the Mediterranean).
2019- 2023: Researcher and Consultant for "Underscore Media."
January 2020 - October 2022: Executive Director of the Gulf Future Center (London).
From 2019 : Non-resident Senior Fellow and academic adviser for :
o Center for International Economic Cooperation (Beijing),
o Center for China and Globalization, (Beijing),
o Sino-European Center, (Hangzhou).
o Shanghai University for International Studies’ Sino-Arab Cooperation Center.

2013 - 2019: Consultant at the Diplomatic Institute, Doha. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar.
2011-2013: Associate Researcher, Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies (Doha), Qatar.
2009 - 2011: Researcher at the Sorbonne University's Centre for Contemporary Oriental Studies (Paris 3.)
o Editor of a trilingual peer-reviewed academic journal in cooperation with the Director of the Centre and several research professors in France and abroad. ( 6 quarterly issues were published): Middle East Studies. ISSN: 2109-9618.

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