OCIAL DIMENSION IN EDUCATION SYLLABUS 2013

I. Course Title : Social Dimensions of Education

II. Course Description : This course introduces the students to an overview of social science theories and researches that are related to education. It emphasizes the
basic assumption that education is a social function hence the attempt to understand and master the educative process must be based on a comprehensive understanding of social theories
and issues. It seeks to develop within the learners a deeper sense of social awareness through analysis of current issues and concerns affecting the educational system. Through the various
learning activities, the students are expected to gain a more positive attitude towards people and society as well as deeper interest to be of service to others.

Credit : 3 units

Hours/week/semester : 3 Hours a Week, 54 hours 1 semester

TIME : 7:30 -8:30 & 11:00 – 2:00 / SATURDAY
INSTRUCTOR : MR. DARIO B. SERRANO

III. General Objectives : At the end of one semester, the students will be able to:

1. Develop a broader understanding of social conditions related to the educational system based on sociological perspectives
2. Apply the different theoretical perspectives of sociology in analyzing the current problems and issues of society
3. Situate the learning process in the present socio-cultural context
4. Address the needs of future learners with different cultural backgrounds and characteristics

IV. Specific Objectives V. Topic/Content VI. Methods/ VII. VIII. Enrichment IX. Evaluation X. Time XI. Remarks
Strategies Instructional Activities Allotment
Media
 At the end of the unit, the I. MODULE 1- INTRODUCTION TO References for
students will be able to: THE SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF this unit can be:
EDUCATION
1. Describe in detail the Vega, et. AL.,
different sociological Lesson 1 Sociological (2006). Social
theories Word Game Power Point Group Analysis Quiz 6 Hours Dimensions of
Perspectives of Society
Lecture Presentation or and Presentation Reaction Paper 4 meetings Education
 What is Society?
2. Discuss the importance of Discussion Use of of Actual
sociological theories in the  What Is a Theory?
Cooperative Learning Overhead Observation of Sociology books
field of education  Structural-Functionalism through Group Projector Social Issues Based
 Conflict Research and Report on Sociological
3. Analyze particular social Theories
 Consensus
conditions in the field of
education based on  Symbolic Interactionism
Online Research
sociological perspectives

At the end of this lesson,

the students are expected
to:
1. recognize their own
capabilities as social being
2. explain the importance of Lesson 2 Developing the Social
Reading of Selection
the social self Self Discussion Essay Writing on Quiz 6 Hours
3. reflect on some ways to  Charles H. Cooley’s The Lecture Photo Copy of experience of Reaction Paper 4 meetings
maintain harmonious social Looking Glass Self Group Sharing and Reading social growth Sociogram
relationships  George Herbert Mead On Report Selection Application of
Social Theory Power point Psycho-social
presentation theories on one’s
At the end of this lesson, personal
the students should be able development
to:
1. Explain the UNESCO’s Four
Pillars of Learning
2. Illustrate situations in
which the four Pillars of
Learning can be applied
Brainstorming Using Quiz 3 Hours
3. Identify Report 2 meetings
Lesson 3 Education for the KWL Approach Research on
possible teaching KWL Chart Teaching Can be enriched
Growth and Transformation: K stands
strategies and UNESCO’s Four Pillars of Power Point Strategies to with the
for Knowledge which
techniques to Learning Presentation enhance each explanation of
students previously
implement the Four Group Report pillar of learning different teaching
have regarding the
Pillars of Learning  Learning to Know methods and
topic strategies that
 Learning to Do W means
 Learning to Live Together enhance the four
what the pillars of learning
 Learning to Be students Want to
learn more about the
In this lesson, the students topic
are expected to: L refers to the
1. review the basic concepts information that the
of communication and students
culture in general will Learn about the
topic at the end of
2. discuss the meaning of the lesson
intercultural
communication
3. demonstrate the elements
and dynamics of Recognizing one’s 6 Hours
MODULE 2 INTERCULTURAL
intercultural tribal origin Quiz 4 meetings
COMMUNICATION Values to live by:
communication Small Group Sharing Reflection
Lesson 1 The Importance of respect for one
Meta Cards Paper
Intercultural Communication and Discussion another,
 In this lesson, the  Tribal Identification Collage Making Collage Interview parents, acceptance and
students should be able to:  Culture: The Basis for Lecture Power Point grandparents and appreciation of
1. describe the other relatives other people’s
Intercultural Communication
meaning and regarding the culture
 Characteristics of Culture culture of tribe of
components of
 Components of Culture origin
language
 Importance of Culture
2. give the Making electronic
 Intercultural collage
importance of Communication: Concepts and
language in Principles
intercultural
 Recognizing and
communication
Managing Diversity
3. demonstrate  Tips for Successful
verbal ways and Multicultural Communication
other non-verbal  Peace Education
expressions useful
in intercultural
communication
Picture Talk
In this lesson, the Lesson 2 Language In Small Group
students should be able to: Intercultural Communication Discussion 3 Hours
2 meetings
1. Define the meaning of Lecture
 What Is Language? Quiz
socio-cultural change Intercultural
 Components of Language Group Singing
2. Distinguish the factors of Picture or and Analysis of communication
 Importance of Language Video Footage Language their song can be enhanced
socio-cultural change
in Intercultural Communication Power Point Translation Talk Show to through exchange
3. Identify ways and means of  Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Analysis of enhance oral of meaning of
evaluating societal changes  Meaning communication different
Types of Meaning
that are beneficial to skills languages spoken
people and culture by people
4. Explain multicultural
education as an innovative Lesson 3 Socio-Cultural
response to changes in Change
educational system  Definition of Social and
Cultural Change News & Advertisement 6 hours
Analysis Case Study 4 meetings
 Theories and Factors of Discussion Quiz
Socio-Cultural Change
 Processes of Socio- For Case Study,
Cultural Change News Clippings Newscasting students can be
 People’s Responses to Video Clippings Discussion of assigned to
Socio-Cultural Change of TV Ads Current Issues gather data from
Group Discussion the community
 Multiculturalism In the and Reporting about certain
In this lesson, the students
School Setting projects and their
will be able to:
1. identify the different social contribution to
institutions educational
2. describe the characteristics development,
and functions of the different such as:
social institutions cooperative, day
3. show the interrelationships care center,
among the social institutions supplemental
and their contribution to feeding program,
educational development of alternative
the citizens health, etc.
MODULE 3 SOCIAL
INSTITUTIONS
Lesson 1 Characteristics and
Functions of Social Institutions
 Characteristics of Social
Institutions
 Functions of Social
Institutions Sharing of Experiences 6 hours
 Major Social Institutions Group Report 4 meetings
Lesson 2 The Family Discussion Quiz
 Characteristics of the Submission of
Written Group
Filipino Family
Reports Group Reports
 Functions of the family Powerpoint Discussion of and discussion
 Family Patterns Handouts actual experiences have to be done
Lesson 3 The School Cartolina or related to these in a snappy
Manila Paper social institutions manner.
 Functions of School
Posters
 Manifest and Latent
Functions of Education
Lesson 4 Religion as Institution
 Characteristics of
Religion
 Functions of Religion
 Elements of Religion
Lesson 5 Economic Institutions
 Microeconomics and
Macroeconomics
 Basic Economic Problems
Lesson 6 Government as
Institution
  Functions of Government
In this lesson, the students MODULE 4 GENDER AND
will be able to: DEVELOPMENT
1) discuss theories of gender Lesson 1 Theories of Gender Film showing Film related to Report on current Reflection 3 hours Report can be
development Development Discussion gender issues issues involving Paper 2 meetings assigned to
2) describe conditions  Social learning Theory Lecture Powerpoint gender problems Quiz individual
involving gender issues and  Cognitive-Developmental and advocacy students.
problems Theory
3) show significant gains that
 Gender Schema Theory
have been made in gender
education and advocacy Lesson 2 Gender Stereotyping as a
Social Phenomenon
 Issues of Sexism and
Gender Inequality
 Gender Equality, Power
and Feminism
Lesson 3 Gender, Education and
Development
 Advocacy for Gender
Equality and Its Basis
In this lesson, the students MODULE 5 GLOBALIZATION AND
will be able to: EDUCATION
1) define globalization and its Lesson 1 What Is Globalization? Brainstorming Powerpoint Web Quest on Quiz 6 hours Students should
characteristics  Overview of Globalization Collage Making Collage Indicators, Talk Show Type 4 meetings be able to
2) describe how socio-  Characteristics of Discussion Handouts Pictures Pertaining Discussion by distinguish the
cultural, environmental, Globalization Linked to Education lecture to Globalization, Group positive and
economic, political and equity Discussion of negative impact
 Socio-Cultural, Economic
issues affect globalization Problems on of globalization.
and Political Issues on Globalization
3) discuss the impact of Globalization
globalization on the process Lesson 2 Global Education
and progress of education  What is Global Education?
 Core Values and
Competencies for Global Education
  Role of Education in
Understanding Globalization
Lesson 3 Globalization and Its
Impact on Education
 Content of Education
 Fall Out of Globalization
 Education in the New
Milieu
Lesson 4 Education for
Sustainable Development

XII. Grading System : Final Grade

Long Quizzes and Short Quizzes 20%

Major Examinations(Prelim, Midterm,Finals) 40%
Recitation/Group or Individual Report 10%
Case Study/Research Requirements/Project 20%
Attendance 5%
Behavior 5%
Total 100%

XIII. References :
.
A. Books
Palispis, Epitacio S. Ph.D. (2007). Introduction to Sociology and Anthropology. Revised
Edition Manila: Rex Book Store.

Schwalbe, Michael. (2001). The Sociologically Examined Life. Second Edition

 California, USA: Mayfield Publishing Company.

Vega, Violeta A. et. Al., (2009). Social Dimensions of Education. Revised Edition.

Quezon City: Lorimar Publishing Co., Inc.

B. Websites

http://www.spc.uchicago.edu/ssr1/PRELIMS/Theory/parsons.html

http://www.unesco.org/delors/index.html

http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Charles_Horton_Cooley

http://www.csudh.edu/dearhabermas/mead.htm