Social Processes And Comparative Rural Social Systems
- Management Sciences
- 400 level
- 3 credit units
- 69 pages
- 15 units
This course explores social processes and comparative rural social systems. It provides an in-depth understanding of social processes, the need for social change, and triggers for such changes. The course also makes a comparative analysis of rural social systems in developed countries and Nigeria, drawing lessons for application. It examines various theories of social change and the involvement of local people in directed change.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRD422, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRD422 · UNIT 1 EVOLUTIONARY THEORY
4.0 CONCLUSION In any society, social processes are inherent as the society members interact with one another. Evolutionary theorists have contributed their quota in explaining such processes.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the meaning of social processes.
- Understand the need for social change and what triggers such changes.
- Make a comparative analysis of rural social systems of developed countries and Nigeria.
- Explain some selected theories of social change.
- Discuss the involvement of local people in directed change.
What it prepares you for
- Community Development Officer
- Social Worker
- Rural Development Planner
- Policy Analyst
- Researcher
- Government Agencies
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
- International Development Organizations
- Research Institutions
- Community Development Projects
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 1: Evolutionary Theory
Understanding the nuances and variations within evolutionary theory requires careful attention to historical context and theoretical developments.
- Module 2:
Unit 3: Objectives of involving the local people in directed change
Comprehending the objectives of involving local people requires understanding diverse community dynamics and potential challenges in implementation.
- Module 3:
Unit 2: The Social system in France: Solidarity and Insertion
Analyzing the complexities of the French social system demands familiarity with specific policies, historical context, and socio-political factors.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 45 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Evolutionary Theory · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Evolutionary Theory.. Understand the stipulations of the evolutionary theory.. Reflect on the practical lessons from the theory..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Functionalist Theory · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Functionalist Theory.. Understand the stipulations of the functionalist theory.. Reflect on the practical lessons from the theory..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Conflict Theory · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Conflict Theory.. Understand the stipulations of the conflict theory.. Reflect on the practical lessons from the theory..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: The meaning of social change · 3 hours
Read the introduction to The meaning of social change.. Understand the meaning of social change.. List and discuss forms of social change.. Identify indices of social change..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: Social structure and rural agrarian systems · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Social structure and rural agrarian systems.. Understand the meaning of social structure.. Discuss rural agrarian systems..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 1: Some selected theories of social change · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Some selected theories of social change.. Understand the meaning of change.. Understand the meaning of social change.. Discuss the agents of social change.. Explain the theories of change..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 2: Involvement of local people in directed change · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Involvement of local people in directed change.. Understand the meaning of directed change.. Describe the involvement of local people in directed change.. Identify the indicators of community participation in directed change..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 3: Objectives of involving the local people in directed change · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Objectives of involving local people in directed change.. Explain how to initiate involvement of local people in directed change.. Identify the objectives of involving local people in directed change..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 4: The problems of the rural societies; their causes and solutions · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Problems of rural societies; their causes and solutions.. Identify the problems of rural societies.. Explain the causes of the problems of rural societies.. Identify the solutions to problems of rural societies..
- Week 10Module 2:
Unit 5: Special topics in rural sociology · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Special topics in rural sociology.. Identify special topics in rural sociology..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 1: The Social system in the United Kingdom: the Welfare State · 3 hours
Read the introduction to United Kingdom: The Welfare State.. Explain the Social system in the United Kingdom: The Welfare State.
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 2: The Social system in France: Solidarity and Insertion · 3 hours
Read the introduction to France: Solidarity and insertion.. Explain the Social system in France: Solidarity and Insertion..
Unit 3: Social system in the United States: A liberal regime · 3 hours
Read the introduction to The United States: A 'Liberal' Regime.. Explain the Social system in the United States: A liberal Regime..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 4: The Social system in Britain: the Welfare state · 3 hours
Read the introduction to The Welfare State in Britain.. Explain the Welfare State in Britain.
Unit 5: Some social systems in Nigeria · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Some social systems in Nigeria.. Describe the workings of early childhood development activities.. Describe the workings of national programme on immunization (NPI).. Describe the workings of social protection activities for age 6-14.. Describe the workings of universal basic education (UBE).. Describe the workings of national health insurance scheme (NHIS)..
Preparing for the exam
- Review and summarize the key concepts and theories from each unit.
- Create comparative charts to differentiate between social systems in different countries (Units in Module 3).
- Practice applying theoretical frameworks (e.g., Evolutionary, Functionalist, Conflict) to real-world scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the objectives and challenges of involving local communities in directed change (Module 2).
- Prepare detailed notes on the problems and solutions related to rural societies (Unit 4 in Module 2).
- Allocate specific time slots for revision each day in the weeks leading up to the exam.
- Attempt all Self-Assessment Exercises and Tutor-Marked Assignments to reinforce learning.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRD422 about?
This course explores social processes and comparative rural social systems. It provides an in-depth understanding of social processes, the need for social change, and triggers for such changes. The course also makes a comparative analysis of rural social systems in developed countries and Nigeria, drawing lessons for application. It examines various theories of social change and the involvement of local people in directed change.
How many units does CRD422 have?
CRD422, Social Processes And Comparative Rural Social Systems, has 15 units across 3 modules, over 69 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRD422?
CRD422 carries 3 credit units, at 400 level in Management Sciences.
Is CRD422 hard?
CRD422 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRD422 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is CRD422 assessed?
CRD422 is assessed by assignments and final examination.
What can I do with CRD422?
Community Development Officer, Social Worker, Rural Development Planner, Policy Analyst and Researcher.