SOCIAL DIMENSION IN EDUCATION SYLLABUS 2018-2019

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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 : ARMIDA BERNALDO-REYES

I. MODULE 1- INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF EDUCATION

Lesson 1 Sociological Perspectives of Society

 What is Society?
 What Is a Theory?
 Structural-Functionalism
 Conflict
 Consensus
 Symbolic Interactionism

Lesson 2 Developing the Social Self

 Charles H. Cooley’s The Looking Glass Self
 George Herbert Mead On Social Theory

Lesson 3 Education for Growth and Transformation: UNESCO’s Four Pillars of Learning

 Learning to Know
 Learning to Do
 Learning to Live Together
 Learning to Be
MODULE 2 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION

Lesson 1 The Importance of Intercultural Communication

 Tribal Identification
 Culture: The Basis for Intercultural Communication
 Characteristics of Culture
 Components of Culture
 Importance of Culture
 Intercultural Communication: Concepts and Principles
 Recognizing and Managing Diversity
 Tips for Successful Multicultural Communication
 Peace Education

Lesson 2 Language In Intercultural Communication

 What Is Language?
 Components of Language
 Importance of Language in Intercultural Communication
 Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis
 Types of Meaning

Lesson 3 Socio-Cultural Change

 Definition of Social and Cultural Change
 Theories and Factors of Socio-Cultural Change
 Processes of Socio-Cultural Change
 People’s Responses to Socio-Cultural Change
 Multiculturalism In the School Setting

MODULE 3 SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Lesson 1 Characteristics and Functions of Social Institutions
 Characteristics of Social Institutions
 Functions of Social Institutions
 Major Social Institutions

Lesson 2 The Family

 Characteristics of the Filipino Family
 Functions of the family
 Family Patterns

Lesson 3 The School

 Functions of School
 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

MODULE 4 GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT

Lesson 1 Theories of Gender Development

 Social learning Theory
 Cognitive-Developmental Theory
 Gender Schema Theory

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

MODULE 5 GLOBALIZATION AND EDUCATION

Lesson 1 What Is Globalization?

 Overview of Globalization
 Characteristics of Globalization Linked to Education
 Socio-Cultural, Economic and Political Issues on Globalization

Lesson 2 Global 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 :
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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