Social Changes in a Global World

Klappentext From renowned author Ulrike Schuerkens comes an in-depth exploration of social transformations and developments. Combining an international approach with up-to-date research, this book provides a comprehensive introduction perfect for a range of Sociology courses taught at first and second year. Zusammenfassung From renowned author Ulrike Schuerkens comes an in-depth exploration of social transformations and developments. Combining an international approach with up-to-date research, this book provides a comprehensive introduction perfect for a range of Sociology courses taught at first and second year. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction Chapter 1: Social Transformations and Development(s) in a Globalized World Chapter 2: The Sociological and Anthropological Study of Globalization and Localization Chapter 3: Transformations of Local Socio-economic Practices in a Global World Chapter 4: Globalization and the Transformation of Social Inequality Chapter 5: Transnational Migrations and Social Transformations Chapter 6: Socio-economic Impacts of the Global Financial crisis Chapter 7: Communication, Media, Technology, and Global Social Change Chapter 8: Global Social Change and the Environment Chapter 9: Conflict, Competition, Cooperation, and Global Change Chapter 10: Globalization and Social Movements: Human Agency and Mobilizations for Change Chapter 11: Final Remarks: Social Change in a Global World References

Product details

• Authors: Ulrike Schuerkens, Schuerkens Ulrike
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.07.2017
• EAN: 9781473930216
• ISBN: 978-1-4739-3021-6
• No. of pages: 272
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general); Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; Media Studies, Sociology, Globalization, Social Theory, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Globalization, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Media Studies, Politics & government, Development Studies, For undergraduate education and equivalents, Textbook, coursework