The course offers general understanding of sociology and its’ implications in education.  The course develops insight into the social processes with in educational institutions, and how schools and educational institutions play their role in socialization of the learners and playing effective role in social development of the people in the society.


Learning outcomes

Following are the learning otcomes of the course:

Students will be able to;

  • Develop an insight into relationship of society, community and education
  • Reflect upon role of teachers in developing effective communities through education
  • Critically analyze the role of social factors in developing meaningful education
  • Learn the mechanics of community engagement for the educational awareness in masses

Assessment Criteria 

Sr. No

Title

Marks

1

Mid-Term Exam (paper pencil test)  

20

2

Final Term Exam (paper pencil test)  

50

3

Sessional Marks:

20

3.1

Assignment

 

3.2

Class participation

 

3.3

Attendance

 

3.4

Presentation

 

3.5

Behavior/Attitude

 

4

Total

100


Week Plan: Weekwise plan is given below along with attachments


Recmmended Books

Siraj-Blatchford 2003 A sociology of education. London, continuum

Ball, Stephen j. (Ed) 2004 sociology of education, London. Routledge falmer


Schedule

Subject

Days and Time

Sociology of Education (EDU-607)

Monday

02:00pm to 03:30 pm

Tuesday

02:00pm to 03:30 pm

Course Material