The Cartoon Society

Using "The Simpsons" to Teach and Learn Sociology

Datos Bibliográficos

ID11064071
AutoresStephen J Scanlan (0000-0002-1603-987X, Ohio University, autor de correspondencia), Seth L Feinberg, Seth Feinberg (0000-0002-3164-7208, Western Washington University)
Año2000
Volumen28
Número2
Páginas127
Fecha de publicación2000-04-01
Peer ReviewedSí
Open AccessNo
TipoARTICLE
RevistaTeaching Sociology (JOURNAL)
Identificadores de la revistaISSN: 0092-055X • E-ISSN: 1939-862X
EditorialSAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.2307/1319260
OpenAlexW2320430406
IdiomaEN
Citas recibidas24
Referencias citadas20

In this paper we introduce a wonderful video resource that can enhance the undergraduate learning experience. The animated television series. The Simpsons, can be particuarly effective for illustrating sociological themes and encouraging critical thinking among todays undergraduates. Borrowing from Mills (1959), the Simpsons complements teaching philosophies that stress applying the sociological imagination to the observation of everyday life. We have found that the show is an effective pedagogical tool for demostrating sociological concepts and foster students' understanding of the course material. Students can relate to the show and by engaging them in critical discussions, The Simpsons is a valuable pedagogical resource to the sociology curriculum

Mathematics education · Media studies · Pedagogy · Social science · Sociology · Sociology of Education · Film in Education and Therapy · Innovative Teaching Methodologies in Social Sciences · Psychology