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About the Course

This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) will offer the participants an introduction into the most important classical sociological readings between the 18th and 20th century. Highly influential social science scholars, such as Karl Marx, Max Weber and Emile Durkheim, will be discussed during 8 sessions. Combined with small tests, based on the video’s and recommended readings, the participants will be encouraged to dive deeply into the complex texts and get familiar with classical sociological concepts that are still very relevant today....

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IS

Jul 11, 2021

The course was great. The professor was very excited about the thing he was teaching and that makes me more interested in the lecture. got a great insight about the classical sociology.

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Aug 26, 2025

This is a quality course. The way it's put together and presented is excellent. The content is well thought out too. And the presenter is engaging and so is interesting to listen to.

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By Shivaji G

Apr 14, 2021

I liked the instructor hope he comes on YouTube and do daily analysis of current world events in perspective of sociological methodologies

By Deborah Y

Nov 28, 2022

Such a great introduction to really interesting ideas. This lecturer is obviously a gem, so grateful to be able to "attend" his lectures.

By Xiaoyu H

Mar 30, 2019

This course is fantastic! The ideas of those great sociologists are intriging and the professor's expression is impressing. Thanks a lot!

By Pratyush K

Jan 5, 2019

Great course on the Classical Sociological Theories supplemented with sufficient reading material to give greater insights into the same.

By Alessandro D

Mar 26, 2018

Thank you Professor. With simple words you navigate a freshman through these great thinkers work. It has been a very interesting journey.

By Marcia M V A

Apr 4, 2022

Fue un curso muy teorico pero a la vez practico. Me ayudo a complementar los conocimientos que ya tenia sobre la materia. Muchas gracias

By C M

Sep 30, 2020

It is a great starter course for those who want to get a view of the Classical Sociological world.

Also, Mr. Bart Van is a great teacher.

By Justin M

Jul 3, 2018

Great interesting course. The reading is a bit much at times, but if you take the time to read it, it can really inform your viewpoints.

By Laura N

Dec 16, 2022

Excellent course, great professor, very good resources (including animated videos and reading materials). Interesting topic of course.

By Paule K

Apr 2, 2022

Je recommande vivement ce cours à toute personne qui veut avoir une solide base en analyse de la réalité sociale sinon des sociétés...

By Paola G

Apr 23, 2019

El curso cumple con todo lo que promete, es claro y las dudas que se generan son resueltas por los profesores. Sin duda lo recomiendo.

By Gabriel J V d S

Oct 14, 2025

Amazing course! Very interesting insights on the classical sociologists, preparing the student to dive into their works on their own.

By Pilar G G

Mar 9, 2020

Una muy buena ocasión para hacer una revisión de la teoría sociológica clásica. He disfrutado mucho y plantea analogías interesantes.

By Diana M

Oct 4, 2019

Just excellent! Thank you professor for explaining so well difficult concepts. Could you go on in Contemporary Sociological Theories?

By Åke G

Jun 28, 2017

Amazing teacher - really great introduction to classical Sociological thought!

Looking forward to the contemporary Sociology course!

By Muhammad T S

Mar 18, 2016

A must have to understand progress of human thought in general; also get experience of what a sincere and committed teacher is like.

By LUIS D L T P

May 31, 2017

I liked very much the way is taught. It is very good to clarify some ideas and recall some others. It was great, thankyou very much

By Raíssa A

Feb 1, 2021

A good introduction to classical sociological theory. The professor teaches in a very didactic and clear way. It totally worth it.

By Agatha V

May 29, 2025

dr Bart was such an excellent presenter. Now I want to embark on a journey to studying sociology full time. Thank you very much!

By Aleksandra P

Mar 26, 2019

The course is of a much of an interest, i enjoyed it a lot and the lecturer was great as well as the material, would learn more.

By Leaf Y

Dec 27, 2023

Love the way the Prof delivered these courses, very informative, interesting, and enlightening. Hope to see more and thank you!

By barry f

Sep 20, 2021

I have studied/audited/read/researched over 50 Moocs - this is one of the best; interesting, good content and well presented.

By Николай Х

Jun 15, 2018

For now my favorite course. Bart van Heerikhuizen is a great teacher. He has to take a second part on contemporary sociology.

By Eisar H

Mar 13, 2016

The professor's love for the subject matter is evident and the retention factor of the material has exceeded my expectations.

By Laura L P d C

Jan 23, 2016

Excellent professor!

I look forward to the next course about Modern Sociological Theory!

This course was very meaningful to me!