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Rational-Choice Sociology - Theory and Empirical Applications
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Abstract
Rational Choice Theory has become one of sociology’s general theoretical approaches. The seminar concerns itself with the major ideas, concepts and questions involved in development of a theory. The seminar will also include examples of empirical applications from various areas of sociology.
Content
In collaboration with Prof. Dr. Norman Braun, Dr. Thomas Hinz, University of Munich, and Dr. Axel Franzen, University of Berne. Rational Choice Theory (RCT) has become a general theoretical approach in sociology. Recent progress in social sciences and game theory has triggered the theoretical development of RCT. The seminar will be concerned with important new ideas, concepts and questions of theory building. In addition, the seminar will illustrate empirical applications which cover broad areas in sociology: marriage and divorce, fertility, consumer behavior, labor market processes and exchange in social networks.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar |
Rational-Choice Sociology - Theory and Empirical Applications
Blockseminar an der Venice International University (VIU) in Venedig durchgeführt mit der LMU München
vom 6.12.-10.12.2004
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No time listed | 28 h semesterly |