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Knowledge of the categories of sociological reflection useful for understanding concepts and problems relating to the main dimensions of cultural processes in order to understand the relationship between culture, communication and identity in the field of cultural heritage and tourism. Learning the basic elements of the sociology of culture in order to apply the analysis of culture, cultural production and exchanges between different cultures in a globalised society.

Sociology as the science of social relations
Sociology, culture and society
The analysis of social relations and contexts
Culture and multicultural society
Culture and communication
The relationship between culture, communication and globalisation
Cultural objects between culture and communication
The cultural diamond
Production, distribution and reception of culture
Culture and organisations in a multicultural and interconnected world
Culture in a connected world: new technologies and global cultures
Culture and organisation in a multicultural world

• 1.  (A) Griswold W. Cultures and Societies in a Changing World 4° Edition SAGE Publications, London, 2012 » Pagine/Capitoli: only chapters 1-4-6-7 (pages 90)

Slides and materials will be available in the platform

• During the lectures, general issues will be discussed and applied examples related to the redefinition of the concept of culture, cultural production and reception, and the definition of cultural objects in intercultural communication.
  
  

• The exam is written with open/closed questions regarding the program content.
  
  The overall assessment will be obtained by analysing the following indicators:
  . correctness and propriety in the use of language (mainly sociological)
  . correctness and completeness of knowledge about the course contents
  

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