Sociology of AI – Classical Theory Meets Algorithmic Power

What would Foucault say about algorithmic surveillance? How would Bourdieu analyze AI’s role in reproducing inequality? When algorithms curate your reality, who holds the power – and who gets excluded?

Sociology of AI brings classical sociological frameworks into conversation with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital transformation. We examine how AI systems shape labor markets, reinforce bias, transform social interaction, and restructure power relations – all through the lens of rigorous sociological analysis.

From Goffman’s dramaturgy applied to social media algorithms to Weber’s rationalization in automated decision-making, we bridge foundational theory with cutting-edge questions. Perfect for BA sociology students, AI researchers seeking social perspectives, and anyone wondering what sociology reveals about our algorithmic age.

Open-access. Theory-driven. Human-centered.
Explore how sociology illuminates the social life of algorithms.