Lesson 2.2 - Spotlight on Sociology Theories; Assignment 1 Prep
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
- Understand the meaning of Psychology and the work of some key Psychologists past and present
- Understand the 3 Theories of Psychology and be able to distinguish differences among them
- Introduce Sociology Theories and examine the research on key theories
Success Criteria: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
- Understand the meaning of Psychology and Psychologists, while identifying the work of key global Psychologists, past and present
- Use thinking, strategies and key words/phrases to make distinctions among the 3 theories of Psychology
- Examine and share answers to key questions on Psychology and theories via Break Out Room Groups
- Complete an AS Learning Sociology Worksheet on the theories of Sociology
In your opinion, what are some factors that influence your behaviour and the decisions you make? For example, family, friends, education level, living location and environment, overall health, popular culture (music, movies, food etc.). Share your thinking and ideas.
** 50 words. Respond to 2 classmates' postings.
Add these words and definitions to your glossary:
Structural Functionalism
Neo Marxism
Symbolic Interactionism
Feminist Theory
Inclusionism
Conflict Theory
Answer the following questions using full sentences. Make sure that you have enough facts, details and information to fully support your answer. **Use the resources on the Strand B Intro to Foundations of Social Studies PPT as your guide.
1. What is Sociology? How do Sociologists conduct their work?
2. Name a famous sociologist. Where was he from? Where did he live?
3. Think about the 5 Theories in Sociology (Structural Functionalism, Neo-Marxism, Symbolic Interactionism, Feminist Theory, Inclusionism). Give a brief description of each one.
4. What are the Criticisms of some of these theories? (Structural Functionalism, Neo-Marxism, Symbolic Interactionism, Structural-Functionalist, Feminist)
**150 words; PDF and post to Moodle in the correct spot.