Sociology Courses and Certifications

Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction

513 ratings at Coursera

Explora la naturaleza filosófica de las emociones, su evolución, su presencia en diferentes formas de vida y su papel en la sociedad y la tecnología. Analiza debates históricos y perspectivas contemporáneas sobre el tema.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

543 ratings at Coursera

Empower yourself as a leader, overcome barriers, build confidence, and develop purposeful career strategies. Learn to navigate organizational politics, negotiate effectively, and integrate work-life commitments.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Police Brutality Teach-Out

In this Teach-Out, you will learn about the history of police violence in America, become aware of laws and policies that prevent accountability, understand the demands of protesters, and gain the knowledge and tools to fight for change locally.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Transforming Communities

51 ratings at Coursera

This course focuses on communities and organizations in transition, and using the skills and new knowledge you have to lead change.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

167 ratings at Coursera

Explore key issues in criminal justice reform, including mass incarceration, police power, and the role of science in determining culpability. Gain insights into potential solutions for a fairer system.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Feminism and Social Justice

6184 ratings at Coursera

In the course, Professor Aptheker presents a broad definition of feminism that serves to frame three significant events in the history of feminism and social justice.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Pennsylvania;  Unicef

Social Norms, Social Change I

2029 ratings at Coursera

Explore social norms' impact on societies, learn to diagnose and measure them, and discover strategies for creating beneficial norms or eliminating harmful ones in various contexts.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Durkheim and Social Facts - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explore Durkheim's sociological methodology, examining social facts, collective representations, and the challenges of objectively studying society's values and sentiments.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Weber's Theory of Class - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explore Weber's theory on the shift from status to class in determining life chances, comparing feudal and modern capitalist eras, and examining the interplay between class and status in society.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Weber's Theory of Charismatic Authority - Lecture 19

Explore Weber's concept of charismatic authority, its revolutionary nature, and the challenges of maintaining and transferring this unstable form of leadership in society.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Weber on Traditional Authority - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explores Weber's concept of traditional authority, examining its forms, legitimacy basis, staff recruitment patterns, and historical evolution in relation to modern social thought.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Conceptual Foundations of Weber's Theory of Domination

Explore Weber's theory of domination, examining power, legitimacy, and three modes of authority in historical leadership. Gain insights into social action and rationality concepts.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Weber on Protestantism and Capitalism - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explore Weber's theory on the connection between Protestant ethics and capitalism's rise, examining religious influences on economic systems and societal development.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Teen Sexuality and Teen Pregnancy - Global Problems of Population Growth

Explores teen sexuality, pregnancy rates, and related social issues in the US and globally, comparing trends, education approaches, and cultural attitudes across different countries.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The University of Hong Kong;  SUNY

Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

231 ratings at Coursera

Develop critical thinking skills to identify reliable news, understand journalism principles, and become a more informed digital citizen in an era of misinformation and fake news.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)