SOCY 209The Analysis of Cultural Forms
Examines material and symbolic forms such as media products, cultural artifacts, language, nonverbal communication and social practices using discourse, textual, content, interpretive, and conversation analyses as well as ethnography and different channels of communication. Theoretically, relies on cultural studies, communication studies, cultural sociology, film studies, and ethnomethodology.
Enrollment restricted to sociology graduate students.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue 3:30pm–6:30pm | R Carson Acad 301 | J. Bettie | Open 5/10 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julie Bettie | 2.7 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 25% | 35 |
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