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DES426Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Issues in Social Development

This course, Issues in Social Development, is designed for development studies students. It explores the concept of development through various theories, including modernization, bourgeoisie, and dependency theories. The course examines the roles of institutions such as family, education, housing, and health in driving development. It emphasizes human rights, social inclusiveness, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Students will analyze national and global efforts to address development challenges and maintain environmental sustainability.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Social DevelopmentDevelopment TheoriesSocial InstitutionsHuman RightsEnvironmental Sustainability

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Development Theories

2

Social Institutions

3

Urbanization

4

Human Rights

5

Gender Equality

6

Environmental Sustainability

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Development Officer

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Social Worker

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Policy Analyst

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Community Development Coordinator

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NGO Program Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational Development AgenciesCommunity DevelopmentSocial Services

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: CONCEPTS AND THEORIES OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 1: Concept of Social Development

2 study hours
  • •Define development and social development.
  • •Discuss the importance of social development in the Nigerian context.
Week
2

Module 1: CONCEPTS AND THEORIES OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 2: CONCEPT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT: URBANISATION

2 study hours
  • •Define urbanization.
  • •Explain the factors responsible for urbanization in Nigeria.
  • •Describe the process of urbanization and the role of the informal sector.
Week
3

Module 1: CONCEPTS AND THEORIES OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 3: THEORY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

2 study hours
  • •Explain the Bourgeoisie/Modernization theory.
  • •Discuss the Dependency theory of social development.
  • •Analyze the Globalization theory.
Week
4

Module 1: CONCEPTS AND THEORIES OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 4: THEORIES OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT – THE SOCIAL LEANING, PSYCHO-ANALYTICS THEORY

2 study hours
  • •Describe the Social Learning theory.
  • •Explain the Psycho-Analytic theory.
  • •Discuss the Structural Change model of social development.
Week
5

Module 2: SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 1: THE FAMILY EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of the family institution in social development.
  • •Describe the role of education in social development.
  • •Analyze the relationship between family, education, and Nigeria's development.
Week
6

Module 2: SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 2: SOCIAL INSTITUTION AND DEVELOPMENT: HOUSING

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the importance of housing in development.
  • •Analyze housing policies in Nigeria.
  • •Identify major institutional challenges to mass housing in Nigeria.
Week
7

Module 2: SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 3: SOCIAL INSTITUTION AND DEVELOPMENT: THE HEALTH SECTOR

2 study hours
  • •Define health and discuss its relationship with development.
  • •Discuss the health system and health programs in Nigeria.
  • •Explain emerging health challenges in Nigeria.
Week
8

Module 2: SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 4: THE POLITY AND DEVELOPMENT

2 study hours
  • •Define politics and its role in development.
  • •Discuss political development within the Nigerian context.
  • •Analyze the challenges of political development in Nigeria.
Week
9

Module 3: CHILDREN / WOMENS RIGHT AND EDUCATION

2h

Unit 1: CHILDREN AND EDUCATION

2 study hours
  • •Discuss education as a natural right of the child.
  • •Analyze government policies toward promoting and protecting the child's right to education.
  • •Identify challenges to the enforcement of the child's right to education.
Week
10

Module 3: CHILDREN / WOMENS RIGHT AND EDUCATION

2h

Unit 2: WOMENS RIGHT AND EDUCATION

2 study hours
  • •Give an account of events that provoked agitation for women's rights.
  • •Discuss the gender gap in Nigeria in education, economy, and other sectors.
  • •Identify government policies promoting women's right to education.
Week
11

Module 3: CHILDREN / WOMENS RIGHT AND EDUCATION

2h

Unit 3: GENDER EQUALITY AND AFFIRMATIVE RIGHT ACTIONS

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of gender.
  • •Highlight factors responsible for women's marginalization.
  • •Discuss gender affirmative action in Nigeria.
Week
12

Module 3: CHILDREN / WOMENS RIGHT AND EDUCATION

2h

Unit 4: GENDER LEGISLATION AND RESPONSES

2 study hours
  • •Discuss Nigeria's response to gender issues.
  • •Explain the purpose of the Beijing conference and other conferences.
  • •Discuss the global response to the plight of women.
Week
13

Module 4: ENVIROMENT SUSTAINABILITY/ THE STATE AND CHALLENGES OF SOCIAL, DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA.

2h

Unit 1: ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINBILITY AND CHALLENGES

2 study hours
  • •Discuss environmental threat and security.
  • •Identify challenges posed to the global environment.
  • •Explain responses to addressing these challenges.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.

2

Summarize key concepts and theories from each unit in your own words.

3

Practice applying development theories to case studies and real-world examples.

4

Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and identify areas for improvement.

5

Focus on understanding the relationships between social institutions and development outcomes.

6

Prepare concise notes on key legislation and policies related to human rights and environmental sustainability.

7

Practice answering essay questions under timed conditions to improve exam writing skills.

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