SOC404 New Social Movements
SOC404 New Social Movements
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Political Science and International Relations
Mustafa Krupalija
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course introduces students to the major frameworks, concepts, and theories developed by sociologists and other social scientists to understand the nature and dynamics of social movements in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. A central aim of the course is to guide students in developing the skills necessary to critically read academic literature and to extract relevant conceptual and theoretical frameworks for use in their own research projects.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Understanding Social Movements, Greg Martin, Routledge, 2015; The Britannica Guide to Political and Social Movements That Changed the Modern World, Heather M. Campbell, Rosen Education Service, 2009.
Additional Literature
The Social Movements Reader Cases and Concepts, Jeff Goodwin and James M. Jasper, Wiley-Blackwell, 3rd edition, 2015.Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Class discussions
Research
And in-class assignments.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration | |
| 2 | Course Introduction | |
| 3 | Origins of Social Movements Studies | Martin, pp. 10-34 |
| 4 | Political Opportunity, Resource Mobilization, and Social Movement Organization | Martin, pp. 35-60 |
| 5 | Social Movements, Old and New | Martin, pp. 61-97 |
| 6 | Protest and Culture | Martin, pp. 98-124 |
| 7 | Midterm Week | |
| 8 | Religious Movements and Social Movements | Martin, pp. 125-151 |
| 9 | Struggles over Space | Martin, pp. 152-191 |
| 10 | Media and Movements | Martin, pp. 192-221 |
| 11 | Global Activism | Martin, pp. 222-249 |
| 12 | Democratic movements of the 20th and 21st century | Campbell, pp. 236-263 |
| 13 | Religio-Political Movements | Campbell, pp. 314-325 |
| 14 | Nationalism | Campbell, pp. 264-313 |
| 15 | Evaluating Outcomes | Martin, pp. 250-256 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F1.9 | |
| Friday | 13:00 - 14:00 | A F1.9 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Presentation of the Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Class Participation and Attendance
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
60 hours ⏳ (15 week × 4 h)
Project
5 hours ⏳ (1 week × 5 h)
Midterm Exam Study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final Exam Study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [SOC404] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| SOC404 | New Social Movements | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Mustafa Krupalija | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 12:00-15:00 Friday: 13:00-14:00 |
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| mkrupalija@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | None | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course introduces students to the major frameworks, concepts, and theories developed by sociologists and other social scientists to understand the nature and dynamics of social movements in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. A central aim of the course is to guide students in developing the skills necessary to critically read academic literature and to extract relevant conceptual and theoretical frameworks for use in their own research projects. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Understanding Social Movements, Greg Martin, Routledge, 2015; The Britannica Guide to Political and Social Movements That Changed the Modern World, Heather M. Campbell, Rosen Education Service, 2009. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecturing, Class discussions, research, and in-class assignments. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Registration | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Course Introduction | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Origins of Social Movements Studies | Martin, pp. 10-34 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Political Opportunity, Resource Mobilization, and Social Movement Organization | Martin, pp. 35-60 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Social Movements, Old and New | Martin, pp. 61-97 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Protest and Culture | Martin, pp. 98-124 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Midterm Week | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Religious Movements and Social Movements | Martin, pp. 125-151 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Struggles over Space | Martin, pp. 152-191 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Media and Movements | Martin, pp. 192-221 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Global Activism | Martin, pp. 222-249 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Democratic movements of the 20th and 21st century | Campbell, pp. 236-263 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Religio-Political Movements | Campbell, pp. 314-325 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Nationalism | Campbell, pp. 264-313 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Evaluating Outcomes | Martin, pp. 250-256 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation of the Project | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Class Participation and Attendance | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 4 | 15 | 60 | |||
| Project | 5 | 1 | 5 | Midterm Exam Study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||