HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY Angeles City COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES AND EDUCATION Department of Social Sciences

COURSE OUTLINE in GENERAL SOCIOLOGY (4GENSOC)

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COURSE TITLE: General Sociology (4GENSOC) Course Description: This introductory course invites the students to learn sociology by looking at his / her formation as a human being, growing up and living in society to understand the dynamics of social processes and social change. It equips the students with a broader understanding of culture and society; the application of concepts and theories on the fundamental and organizational functions of society and the application of methods and approaches of social investigation are emphasized in explaining social realities. The understanding and analysis of current Philippine issues such as those pertaining to marriage, family planning, migration, substance abuse, health and population, governance and corruption and environmental concerns are integrated in all discussions. Lessons on peace education are also included.

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Credit: 3 Units Pre-requisite: NONE COURSE OBJECTIVES: At the end of the semester, the students are expected to: 1. Identify and define the basic concepts and theoretical concerns of sociology; 2. Apply the classical and contemporary sociological theories in analyzing current social issues and social problems which affect human society; 3. Articulate ones role and contribution in upholding the values of social awareness and social responsibility; 4. Show concern and sensitivity to social problems; 5. Respect differences in ethnicity, culture, education, social class or status;

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS a. b. c. d. e. Quizzes and Major Examinations Group Discussions Individual sociological exercises Participation in film showings, seminar and/or symposia Outbound Education Program (OEP). Preparation Guidelines are to be observed for the integration of OEP as an alternative learning strategy

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COURSE OUTLINE

Preliminary Grading Period

Midterm Grading Period

Final Grading Period

PART I. Introduction Meaning/Definition of Sociology. What is a Sociological Perspective Sociological Imagination by C. Wright Mills Different Perspectives of Sociology o Conflict Perspective o Functionalism Perspective o Symbolic Interactionism Perspective Historical development of Sociology. Areas of concern of Sociology. Importance of Sociology.

Part IV PERSONALITY & SOCIALIZATION Meaning of Personality Theories in Personality Development Factors in Personality Development Socialization and the Self Process of socialization Agencies for socialization Socialization and the Self Role and Status Ascribed/Achieved Statuses Role Strain and Role Conflict Role Exit

Part VIII SOCIAL CONTROL and SOCIAL DEVIANCE Meaning of social control/social deviation Different means of social control. Basic types of Social Deviation Significance of Deviant Behavior

Part IX SOCIAL AND CULTURE CHANGE Meaning of Social/Cultural Change. Nature of Social/Cultural Change Theories of Social Change Factors of Social Change Environment

Part V SOCIAL GROUPS & SOCIAL ORGANIZATION Meaning of social groups Major group classifications Characteristics of Social Groups Collectivities/Aggregates

PART II. Methods of Sociological Research Sociology as a Science Positivist and Interpretive

Approaches Methods of Scientific Investigation. Techniques in Sociological Research.

PART III. CULTURE Definition of Culture & Society Culture as a System of Norms Characteristics of Culture Functions of Culture Elements of Culture Mechanisms of Culture Modes of Acquiring Culture Sub-Culture and Counter-Culture Cultural relativism Ethnocentrism and Xenocentrism

social organization social structure social function types of social groups: primary and secondary; gemeinschaft and gesellschaft; in-group and outgroup; informal and formal bureaucracy reference group

Part X Introduction to Peace Education A Holistic Understanding of Peace and Peace Education Peace Education and Transformative Education The Comprehensive Scope of Peace Education Faith and Spiritual Traditions as Resources for Peace Key Peace Education Themes Upholding Human Dignity Challenging Prejudice and Building Tolerance Promoting Non Violence Challenging the War System Resolving and Transforming Conflict Sharing the Earths Resources Caring for the Earth Cultivating Inner Peace

Part VI SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS Meaning of Social Institutions Development of Social Institution Institutional Functions-Latent and Manifest Functions.

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GRADING SYSTEM Grading Scheme: 70% Class Standing & 30% Major Examination(s) Formulas: CSP- Class Standing Prelim PE- Prelim Examination CSM- Class Standing Midterms ME- Midterm Examination CSF- Class Standing Final FE- Final Examination Prelim Grade = 70% (CSP) + 30% (PE) Final Grade = 70% (CSP) + 30% (PE) + 70% (CSM) + 30% (ME) + 70% (CSF) + 30% FE) 3

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A AB+ B BC+ C CD F (failed) FA (failure due to absences) UW (unauthorized withdrawal) DRP (dropped)

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Course References Available at the HAU Circulation and Filipiniana Libray Main textbook: Sociology: Focus on the Philippines 4th Edition by Panopio, Raymundo 2004 Peace Education: A Pathway to a Culture of Peace by Loreta Navarro-Castro and Jasmin Nario-Galace Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism Online: http://www.pcij.org Electronic Journals Access to the following electronic academic journal services to which the University subscribes, such as GALE Cengage Learning and EBSCOhost are granted by logging on to: (http://www.hau.edu.ph/intranet/index.php) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. American Sociologists Development and Change Gender and Society Qualitative Sociology Social Forces Social Research Social Science Journal Social Science Quarterly

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Date Revised: May 2010