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Sociology Curriculum Framework
Sociology is a one-semester social studies elective course, which introduces students to the social systems that are the foundation of society. An emphasis is placed on culture, social status, social institutions, and social problems, as well as resulting behaviors. Using the tools and techniques of sociologists, students will examine the causes, consequences, and possible solutions for various social issues. Students will read major sociological theorists as well as consider how sociologists approach issues.
2015-02-11
2014
Arkansas Department of Education
Arkansas Department of Education
Strand
Sociological Perspective and Methods of Inquiry
1:
Content Standard
Students will analyze the sociological perspective.
SPMI.1.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze the development of the field of sociology including contributions of various individuals, using a variety of sources
SPMI.1.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Compare and contrast the theoretical perspectives used by sociologists
e.g., functional perspective, conflict perspective, interaction perspective
2:
Content Standard
Students will analyze the methods and strategies of researching social issues.
SPMI.2.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze methods and tools of research used to study human society
SPMI.2.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Collect and analyze data designed to answer a sociological question
Strand
Social Structure
3:
Content Standard
Students will evaluate the cultural interaction between individuals and society.
SS.3.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze ways culture influences individuals using a variety of sources
SS.3.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Assess the role social institutions play in society
4:
Content Standard
Students will analyze the evolution of social structures and culture.
SS.4.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Discuss key components of culture
SS.4.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Compare and contrast how cultures change and resist change
SS.4.S.3
Student Learning Expectation
Examine the importance of norms and values to a culture and the effects on social structure
Strand
Social Relationships
5:
Content Standard
Students will evaluate socialization and its impact on individuals and groups.
SR.5.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze the role of socialization agents in human development
e.g., family, school, peer groups, mass media
SR.5.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Evaluate the role of norms and values in society
SR.5.S.3
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze the relationship between groups and individuals in society
SR.5.S.4
Student Learning Expectation
Examine societal changes over time and factors influencing those changes
Strand
Stratification and Inequality
6:
Content Standard
Students will evaluate the effects of social stratification on groups and individuals.
SI.6.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze common patterns of social stratification
SI.6.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Evaluate effects of social stratification on groups and individuals using a variety of sources
7:
Content Standard
Students will analyze the effects of social inequality.
SI.7.S.1
Student Learning Expectation
Examine factors that lead to social inequality
SI.7.S.2
Student Learning Expectation
Analyze various responses to inequality from multiple perspectives using primary and secondary sources