Sociology Courses and Certifications

Sr.Secondary : Sociology (331)

Explore societal dynamics, institutions, and social processes through scientific study. Gain insights into family, caste, class, gender, religion, and social change for personal and societal development.

• Swayam
• 24 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

SOC101: Introduction to Sociology

Explore sociological concepts, culture, inequality, institutions, and social change, gaining insights into human behavior and societal structures.

• Saylor Academy
• 42 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Introduction to Sociology

Explore sociology's impact on daily life, social institutions, and societal structures. Gain insights into class dynamics, education, healthcare, and more.

• StraighterLine
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Gender and Sexuality: Applications in Society

91 reviews

Gender & Sexuality shape work, life and play. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to engage with key issues through key concepts and perspectives.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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NPTEL;  IIT Kanpur

Introductory Sociology

Explore key sociological concepts, theories, and methods. Analyze society, institutions, and social issues through various perspectives. Develop critical thinking skills for understanding social phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 day 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Questionnaire Design for Social Surveys

8 reviews

Learn to design effective questionnaires for social surveys, covering response processes, question types, measurement techniques, and evaluation methods to improve data quality and reduce bias.

• Coursera
• 17 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Communication Science

7 reviews

Explore communication theories, models, and concepts across mass, interpersonal, and intrapersonal domains. Gain insights into the field's history, dominant paradigms, and cultural impact.

• Coursera
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

NPTEL;  IIT Kanpur

Development of Sociology in India

Explore the evolution and key milestones of sociological thought in India, gaining insights into its unique perspectives and contributions to the field.

• YouTube
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Towards a Sociology of Fun

Explore the sociological perspective on fun, its evolution from childhood to adulthood, and its impact on relationships and well-being through Ben Fincham's insightful analysis.

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

NPTEL;  IIT Guwahati

Sociology of Development

Explore key theories and debates in development sociology, from modernization to dependency, examining historical contexts, critiques, and contemporary paradigms.

• YouTube
• 1 day 7 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Contemporary Sociology

1 review

Explore postmodern sociological thinking through key thinkers and concepts, from structuralism to post-structuralism, examining philosophical roots and contemporary developments in Western thought.

• YouTube
• 1 day 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

451 ratings at Coursera

Evidence-based strategies to reduce gun violence in America, covering legal, policy, and community interventions. Explores firearm regulations, public safety measures, and effective programs to prevent shootings and promote safer communities.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Understanding Violence

5 reviews

Explore multidisciplinary perspectives on violence, its causes, consequences, and prevention strategies. Gain insights from experts, including President Jimmy Carter, on efforts to reduce violence globally.

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Feminism and Social Justice

6396 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
• Paid Course

Australian National University

Ignorance! | 无知！

8 reviews

A course about ignorance, what it is, where it comes from, what people do with it, its roles in society and culture, and how to deal with it. New expanded version. | 这是一门关于无知的课程。无知是什么？无知从何而来？人们怎样处理无知？无知在社会和文化中扮演什么角色？我们该如何对待无知？这是新版本课程。

• edX
• 8 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)