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Sociology Of Education

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of sociology of education. It explores the relationship between education and society, covering topics such as socialization, social stratification, and the social functions of education. The course also examines the role of the family, school, and other social institutions in shaping educational outcomes and social values. It aims to provide student teachers with a cross-cultural understanding of social issues in education.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Sociology of EducationSocializationSocial StratificationEducational SociologySocial Values

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

Nature and Scope of Sociology of Education

2

Socialization and Social Stratification

3

Education and Social Values

4

Social Functions of Education

5

Sociology of Teaching

6

Social Relations in the Classroom

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

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Teacher

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Educational Administrator

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Social Worker

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Policy Analyst

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Education Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Education SectorSocial ServicesGovernment AgenciesNon-profit OrganizationsResearch Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: The Nature and Scope of Sociology Education

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the meaning of sociology and its functions.
  • •Explain the meaning of education and its relationship with society.
  • •Discuss the functions of sociology in the context of education.

Unit 2: Education and Sociology

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Define education and sociology.
  • •Explain the meaning of education and society.
  • •Establish the relationship between education and society.
  • •Discuss the functions of society in relation to education.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Socialization of the Family and School

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Define socialization and explain its importance.
  • •List and explain the agents of socialization.
  • •Discuss the role of the family and school in early socialization.

Unit 4: Socialization and Education, Culture and Personality

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Explain the relationship between socialization, education, culture, and personality.
  • •Define culture and discuss its various aspects (norms, values, sub-culture).
  • •Explain the concept of personality and its development.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Family and Education I

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Define family and enumerate its roles in education.
  • •Identify the relationship between family and education.
  • •Explain the relevance of education to family development.

Unit 6: Family and Education II

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Explain the role of the family as an agent of education.
  • •Discuss the influence of family on a child's occupational and educational aspirations.
  • •Analyze the relationship between family and a child's classroom behavior.
Week
4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 7: Education and Social Stratification

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 7: Define social stratification and identify its agents.
  • •Discuss the educational implications of social stratification.
  • •Explain the relevance of understanding social stratification to societal growth.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Social Class and Educational Attainment

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Discuss the relationship between social class and educational attainment.
  • •Analyze the concept of social class and its impact on Nigerian elites.
  • •Explain the social implications of social stratification in Nigeria.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Education and Social Values

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explain the relationship between education and social values.
  • •Discuss the role of the home and school in instilling moral values.
  • •Analyze the importance of moral values in social living.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Home and Social Values

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Identify the role of religion and tradition in shaping moral values.
  • •Compare and contrast the positions of home, religion, school, and tradition in moral values transmission.
  • •Discuss the limitations of relying solely on tradition for moral guidance.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Social Functions of Education

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: List the social, economic, and political functions of education.
  • •Explain the concepts of stability and change in relation to education.
  • •Discuss the role of education in human liberation.
Week
9

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: Stability and Change, Education and Culture Charge

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Explain the concepts of stability and change in the context of education.
  • •Discuss the relationship between education and cultural change.
  • •Analyze education as a means of human liberation.
Week
10

Module 2:

3h

Unit 6: The Sociology of Teaching

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Discuss the changing role of a teacher in contemporary society.
  • •Identify the characteristics of a reluctant learner and strategies to engage them.
  • •Analyze the dynamics of a teacher in the classroom setting.
Week
11

Module 2:

3h

Unit 7: Social Relations in the Classroom, Teacher and Curriculum, Teacher and Examination

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 7: Discuss social relations in the classroom and their impact on learning.
  • •Explain the relationship between the teacher and the curriculum.
  • •Analyze the role of the teacher in examinations and assessments.
Week
12

Module 1:

4h

Module 1 Review

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 1.
  • •Focus on key concepts and theories related to the nature and scope of sociology of education.
  • •Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments (TMAs).
Week
13

Module 2:

4h

Module 2 Review

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 2.
  • •Focus on key concepts and theories related to social values, functions of education, and the sociology of teaching.
  • •Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments (TMAs).

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking key concepts from Modules 1 and 2.

2

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises (SAEs).

3

Focus on understanding the different sociological perspectives and their application to education.

4

Practice applying theoretical concepts to real-world educational scenarios.

5

Allocate study time evenly across all units, with extra focus on challenging topics like social stratification and cultural change.

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