SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION
- Education
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 98 pages
- 14 units
This course explores the relationship between education and society, examining the functionality of social subsystems. It introduces student teachers to contemporary educational issues and cross-cultural analyses of social matters. The course covers socialization, culture, personality, social stratification, and the roles of family, school, religion, and media in shaping individuals. It also delves into moral values, social functions of education, and the dynamics of classroom interactions.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 26 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU202, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 SOCIAL CLASS AND EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENTPage 46
- UNIT 2: EDUCATION AND SOCIAL VALUESPage 52
- UNIT 3: HOME AND SOCIAL VALUESPage 58
- UNIT 4: SOCIAL FUNCTIONS OF EDUCATIONPage 64
- UNIT 5 STABILITY AND CHANGE, EDUCATION AND CULTURE CHANGEPage 71
- UNIT 6: THE SOCIOLOGY OF THE CLASSROOMPage 77
- UNIT 7: SOCIAL RELATIONS IN THE CLASSROOM, TEACHER AND CURRICULUM, TEACHER AND EXAMINATIONPage 84
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU202 · UNIT 1 SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION
This unit presents the fundamentals of Sociology of Education, focusing on the meaning of sociology, its functions, meaning of education and the relationship between education and sociology and education and society. The acquisition of these basic rubrics will expose you to the nature of the course.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the fundamental concepts of sociology of education.
- Analyze the relationship between education and society.
- Evaluate the role of socialization in shaping individuals.
- Assess the impact of culture on education.
- Discuss the influence of family on educational outcomes.
- Examine the dynamics of social relations in the classroom.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Lecturer
- Education Administrator
- Social Worker
- Counselor
- Education
- Social Services
- Community Development
- Government
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 4: Socialisation, Education, Culture and Personality
Understanding the complex interplay between individual socialization and broader cultural norms requires critical thinking.
- Module 1:
Unit 7: Education and Social Stratification
Grasping the nuances of how social stratification impacts educational opportunities demands careful analysis.
- Module 2:
Unit 4: Social Functions of Education
Analyzing the multifaceted social functions of education requires synthesizing diverse perspectives.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Sociology of Education · 2 hours
Define sociology and education.. Discuss the relationship between education and society.. Explain the functions of sociology in understanding social behavior..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Education and Sociology · 2 hours
Differentiate between educational sociology and sociology of education.. Explain the relationship between education and society.. Discuss the social functions of education..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Socialisation of the Family and School · 2 hours
Define socialization and its importance.. Identify and explain the agents of socialization.. Discuss the role of early socialization in shaping individuals..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Socialisation, Education, Culture and Personality · 2 hours
Discuss the interrelation between socialization, education, culture, and personality.. Define culture and its components.. Explain the concept of personality and its development..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: Family and Education I · 2 hours
Discuss the role of family background in early childhood education.. Explain the relationship between family and school.. Analyze the impact of parental behavior on a child's development..
- Week 6Module 1:
Unit 6: Family and Education II · 2 hours
Explain the family as an agent of education.. Discuss the influence of family on a child's occupational and educational aspirations.. Analyze the impact of family on a child's classroom behavior..
- Week 7Module 1:
Unit 7: Education and Social Stratification · 2 hours
Define social stratification and its relevance.. Discuss the agents of social stratification.. Explain the educational implications of social stratification..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 1: Social Class and Educational Attainment · 2 hours
Establish the connection between social class and educational attainment.. Discuss social class and the Nigerian elite.. Explain the implications of social stratification in Nigeria..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 2: Education and Social Values · 2 hours
Discuss the relationship between education and moral values.. Explain the role of the home and school in instilling moral values.. Analyze the importance of moral education in society..
- Week 10Module 2:
Unit 3: Home and Social Value · 2 hours
Discuss the role of religion and tradition in moral values.. Compare the influence of home, school, religion, and tradition on moral values.. Analyze the importance of moral values in society..
- Week 11Module 2:
Unit 4: Social Functions of Education · 2 hours
Discuss the social functions of education.. Explain the economic functions of education.. Identify the political functions of education..
- Week 12Module 2:
Unit 5: Stability and Change, Education and Culture Change · 2 hours
Explain the concepts of stability and change in society.. Discuss the relationship between education and cultural change.. Analyze education as a means of human liberation..
- Week 13Module 2:
Unit 6: The Sociology of the Classroom · 2 hours
Discuss the role of the teacher in the classroom.. Explain the concept of the reluctant learner.. Analyze social relations in the classroom..
Unit 7: Social Relations in the Classroom, Teacher and Curriculum, Teacher and Examination · 2 hours
Discuss social relations in the classroom.. Explain the relationship between the teacher and the curriculum.. Analyze the role of the teacher in examinations..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Units 1-3 to understand foundational concepts.
- Focus on the agents of socialization (Unit 3) and their impact on education.
- Compare and contrast different sociological theories related to education.
- Practice applying sociological concepts to real-world educational scenarios.
- Review the functions of education (Unit 4) and their implications for society.
- Prepare detailed notes on key definitions and concepts from each unit.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU202 about?
This course explores the relationship between education and society, examining the functionality of social subsystems. It introduces student teachers to contemporary educational issues and cross-cultural analyses of social matters. The course covers socialization, culture, personality, social stratification, and the roles of family, school, religion, and media in shaping individuals. It also delves into moral values, social functions of education, and the dynamics of classroom interactions.
How many units does EDU202 have?
EDU202, SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION, has 14 units across 2 modules, over 98 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDU202?
EDU202 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Education.
Is EDU202 hard?
EDU202 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does EDU202 take to study?
About 26 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is EDU202 assessed?
EDU202 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with EDU202?
Teacher, Lecturer, Education Administrator, Social Worker and Counselor.