238 Pages
3 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
238 Pages
3 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
238 Pages
3 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Introducing the notion of boredom into the academic context, Boredom and Academic Work proposes a fresh sociological perspective on boredom and academic work alike.
It invites a reader to reflect on the essence of boredom and the nature of academic work from the sociological perspective. It constitutes methodological and conceptual guidance for all those interested in their own emotions both... Read more
Introduction
Part 1: Defining Boredom
1. Methodological Problems in Dealing with Boredom
2. Theories of Boredom
3. Conceptualisation of Boredom
Part 2: Work-Related Boredom of Academics
4. Academic Boredom as a Systemic Issue
5. Academic Boredom in Practice
Conclusions
Biography
Mariusz Finkielsztein, PhD, adjunct at the Institute of Sociology, Collegium Civitas, Poland. His main interests include sociology of emotions, work, higher education, and creative occupations. The sole organizer of the International Interdisciplinary Boredom Conference in Warsaw between 2015 and 2017 (3 editions) and a co-founder of International Society of Boredom Studies (2021).
Website: https://mariuszfinkielsztein.com/
