Lesson 1.3 - Topics in Global Social Challenges; 3 Disciplines

  • Lesson 1.3 - Topics in Global Social Challenges; 3 Disciplines

    Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    • Understand key topics of study in global social challenges and change 
    • Understand and apply the 3 Disciplines to topics of global social challenges and change
    • Understand the requirements and expectations for Quiz 1 on Research and inquiry Methods and Topics in Global Social Challenges/Change

    Success Criteria: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    • develop clarity and direction on topics in Global Social Challenges/Change
    • develop inquiry-based questions as tools for analysis in global social challenges/change
    • become familiar with the 3 Disciplines as a foundation for studying global social challenges and change



    • AS Learning Questions on 3 Disciplines May 9 Assignment

      Answer the following questions on the 3 Disciplines below.  Add details and examples to explain your thinking.

      50-75 words. **PDF and post below.

      1. Select ONE Picture/Quote/Symbol from any society which shows a global social issue or challenge.  Copy and paste it onto a document.  Explain how your  Picture/Quote/Symbol represents a global social challenge.

      2.  Do you see the need for Anthropologists, Psychologists and/or Sociologists in today's society? What role do they fill in helping solve Global Social Challenges?  Explain your thinking with details.

      50-75 words. **PDF and post below.

    • As Learning Anthropology Questions May 10 Assignment

      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 your Strand B Intro to Foundations For Social Change PPT.

      1. What is the definition of anthropology?

       2. What is an Anthropologist?  How do Anthropologists conduct/perform their work?

      3.  Name a famous Anthropologist.  Where was he/she from and where did he/she live?

       4.  What is Ethnography? Do all Anthropologists use this approach for their work?

       5.  List the 3 Theories of Anthropology (Functionalism, Structuralism and Cultural Materialism) and briefly describe each one.  How will you identify each theory when studying Global Social Challenges?  What are some clues/key words to help you make connections to these theories when analyzing a global social challenge?

      **200 Words; PDF and post to Moodle below


    • Period B For Learning Questions on Social Change May 10 Forum

      Think about how a Social Change is created in a particular society.  Is it difficult or easy?  Do some societies achieve greater Social Change than others? Explain your thinking. 

      Would you like to see a Social Change happen in your community?  Explain your thinking.

      **75 Words; Respond to 2 other classmates' postings. Answer below in Moodle.