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WiSe 19/20: Research placement: Socio-structural inequalities in the digital age

Tim Sawert

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Social inequalities, for instance on account of socio-economic family background, ethnic/racial background or gender are a persistent characteristic of societies around the globe. Discrepancies in areas such as access to education, chances on the labor market or health condition and life expectancy vary greatly according to the educational background of the parents. However, although inequalities are persistent, they are also subject to change. Phenomena like industrialization or educational expansion influence the structure of inequalities. One phenomenon that has characterized the last decades is proceeding digitalization. Information is no longer only available through print products that can be accessed in libraries or bookstores, but it has become ubiquitous and can even be accessed when taking a walk through the city. However, little research has focused on the effects of digitalization on existing inequalities. How does the persistent availability of information influence educational inequalities? Do health-apps reduce or increase social inequalities in health condition? During the seminar, we will reflect on existing socio-structural inequalities in different areas (e.g. education, health) and reflect how these might change through digitalization. The students should develop their own research focusing on a related question. All methodological approaches are welcome, e.g. survey analyses, experiments, content analyses or other qualitative methods. close

16 Class schedule

Regular appointments

Tue, 10:00 - 14:00 16 Class schedule

Tue, 2019-10-15 10:00 - 14:00

Lecturers:
Dr. Tim Sawert