Race, Ethnicity and Migration (LC561) by

Module Handbook

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-09-19 14:58:24 UTC

Please utilise module handbook to access information on learning outcomes, assignment deadline, module schedule (lectures) and marking criteria.

The myth of race

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-09-25 10:48:10 UTC

Please watch before the first class.

Week 1 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-09-25 10:55:05 UTC

Topic: problematising race

Concepts of Race and Ethnicity

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-06 14:28:39 UTC

Giddens and Sutton (2021)

Week 2 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-10 14:51:50 UTC

Topic: the rise of the concept of ethnicity

Black identity and 'the new ethnicities'

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-10 14:52:53 UTC

This text from Giddens and Sutton (2021) book will be read in class.

The pseudo-science of race and ethnicity

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-10 14:56:59 UTC

This worksheet is the summary of the following article: https://www.ethicscenter.uci.edu/files/docs/fabulous_mentoring/2022/03%20The%20Pseudo-Science%20of%20Race%20and%20Ethnicity.pdf

Detailed Assignment Guidance

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-11 09:27:24 UTC

This worksheet is important for the assignment, as it outlines the structure and details of the case study portfolio.

Week 3 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-16 11:08:45 UTC

Topic: status groups

Status Groups & Factors of Migration

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-16 14:23:48 UTC

This information sheet involves the following topics: in-group, out-group, the racialised other, push and pull factors in migration. You can also access some exercise questions.

Race and Ethnicity Explained

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-17 09:18:25 UTC

Comprehension Task

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-17 09:20:20 UTC

This worksheet created by my colleague Mr. Dilan should be answered by using the 'Race and Ethnicity Explained' article.

Age of Migration - Chp 3 Theories of Migration

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-23 09:43:23 UTC

Please pay attention to this chapter as it summarises all the important theories of migration, in addition to illustrating criticisms of the theories. It is crucial that you learn these theories as you need to incorporate some of them in your assignments (case study - portfolio).

Week 5 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-23 09:44:16 UTC

Topic: theories of modern migration

Week 4 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-10-23 09:45:27 UTC

Topic: the history of migration in the UK
(it is recommended that you skim the information in this slide show, as w5 is more related to the assignment)

Answer Key for Crossword Definitions

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-01 15:00:05 UTC

You can access the definitions of basic concepts we have learned in class.

Crossword for REM

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-01 15:41:04 UTC

Solve the crossword through identifying the words listed below. You are also required to define the concepts that you have identified. The answer key is attached.

Week 7 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-08 10:02:06 UTC

Topic: theories of citizenship

An Intersectional Feminist Approach to Migration - Recommended Reading

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-08 11:53:37 UTC

The concept of intersectionality is highly relevant to the second part of the portfolio, which is on the ethnic identity construction of the chosen minority ethnic group or category of migrant in the UK. Additionally, it is a core concept if you will specifically explore gender.

Kahoot Quiz on Concepts of Race, Ethnicity and Migration

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-08 12:25:27 UTC

Week 8 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-15 11:03:38 UTC

Topic: role of the media

Media Representation Theories

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-15 12:17:36 UTC

These theories are closely related to the identity construction of ethnic minorities and the social problems they experience. Additionally, they can be used as a solution for the social problems.

Week 6 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-21 13:58:07 UTC

Topic: ethnicity and migration in the uk

Week 9 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-22 11:18:04 UTC

Topic: crime

Additional reading on race and crime

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-22 12:23:30 UTC

I recommend you to read this article to use it for the 3rd and 4th part of the assignment which is on social problems and tackling those social problems based on the minority ethnic group you have chosen.

Race report: what are the key points?

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-22 12:49:26 UTC

This article was read in class, and the students spent time answering questions relating to crime and media. This article explores the creation of the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities by Prime Minister Boris Johnson after the death of George Floyd. Though classroom discussions, this Commission has been criticised in class. The aim of this activity was to practice critical thinking skills.

Worksheet on the news article 'Race Report: what are the key points?'

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-22 17:26:22 UTC

Answer these questions through reading the article on the Commission on Race and Ethnicity Disparities

Week 10 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-29 12:05:23 UTC

This lecture is week 11 lecture, however, we have switched islamophobia with multiculturalism lecture.

The UK government should renew its efforts to define Islamophobia

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-11-29 13:45:39 UTC

This news article will be read in class

Week 11 - Lecture Slides

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-12-06 11:57:19 UTC

Topic: multiculturalism

The failure of state multiculturalism in the UK?

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2023-12-06 12:01:59 UTC

Assignment Breakdown

ilaydatuccaroglu2 — 2024-10-07 12:19:24 UTC