Abstract:
The primary audio-visual material for this course consists of 4 panel discussions. The four panelists are Prof Premakumara de Silva (Department of Sociology, University of Colombo), Dr Nirmal Ranjith Dewasiri (Department of History, University of Colombo) and Dr Anton Piyaratne (Department of Social Studies, Open University of Sri Lanka). The panel discussions are moderated by Dr Harini Amarasuriya (Department of Social Studies, Open University of Sri Lanka). In addition, you can may also access other resources available for you through the Digital Library. Course Leader: Dr Anton Piyaratne
Description:
In this course you will learn the major functions and characteristics of religion as a social institution. You will also be introduced to the linkages between religion, society and culture, key theoretical approaches used to explain religion and culture and discuss the elements of religion and culture. Learning resources: Learning resources for SSU2155 Religion, Society and Culture consists of both printed, audio-visual and online material. You would have received the printed material at registration. The online and audio-visual material is accessible through Moodle
