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4. Read the Subject Information Sheet, Curriculum Overview and Independent Study Guide

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4. Read the Subject Information Sheet, Curriculum Overview and Independent Study Guide

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Familiarise yourself with the course by reading the subject information sheet, curriculum overview and independent study guide in the next column.

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These are some of the sub-topics that will be covered at A level: Class Differences in Achievement/Gender Differences in Achievement/Ethnic Differences in Achievement

Pick a news article that relates to one of these sub-topics. Summarise the news article in 100-150 words. Be prepared to discuss your findings with the class in the first Sociology lesson.

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EDITED_Sociology A Level_Subject Info Sheet

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1. Watch a video: Introduction to Sociology

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1. Watch a video: Introduction to Sociology

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Sociology is likely new to most (if not, all) of you. Please watch this video to develop a basic understanding of what Sociology involves.

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What is Sociology? | Introduction to Sociology | Society & Groups |

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2. Read and Summarise: The Role of Education in Society

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2. Read and Summarise: The Role of Education in Society

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If you think the role of education is straightforward, think again! Sociologists have different perspectives on the of education and at A level, you'll need to know 3 of them.

To do this, read pages 3 to 12 of this e-textbook: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/AQA_A_Level_Sociology_Student_Book_1_Col/Qd0IEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1 (click Preview). After reading:

1. Summarise the function of education according to the functionalists (100-150 words)

2. Summarise the function of education according to the Marxists (100-150 words)

3. Summarise the neoliberal perspective on education (100-150 words)

4. Summarise your perspective on education. Which of the three perspectives do you agree most with and why? Which of the three perspectives do you disagree most with and why? (100-150 words)

Please complete this on A4 lined paper.

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AQA A Level Sociology Book One Including AS Level by Rob Webb, Hal Westergaard, Keith Trobe, Annie Townend. Published by Napier Press. ISBN: 978-0954007911

Try to get the updated version (updated in 2022) which can usually be found in physical bookstores.

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The contents are carefully mapped to the AQA AS and A level specifications, so you can be sure you are studying exactly what you need to. The book focuses on the key topics of Families and Households, Education, Methods in Context and Research Methods to achieve the depth of coverage required for top grades. Clear headings and subheadings signpost and organise the content - particularly important for students new to the subject. The text is accessible to students of all abilities, with key concepts, methods and studies explained in straightforward language pitched at just the right level for first year A level students. The attractive, full-colour design and thought-provoking photos stimulate students' interest and engagement. There are realistic practice exam questions throughout the book, together with detailed guidance on tackling them, plus marked student answers with examiner's commentaries to show what is expected. A separate chapter on preparing for the exams gives detailed examiner's advice and provides separate practice exam questions for AS and A level papers. Every Topic includes activities for individual and group work to check students' understanding and consolidate and deepen their learning. The book comes with a comprehensive, free online resource package, including free student workbooks, online activities and schemes of work. The authors are experienced chief and principal examiners, teachers and authors who have written extensively for AS and A level students and teachers. This book is the companion volume to AQA A Level Sociology Book Two by the same authors.

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AQA A Level Sociology Book One Including AS Level: Book one

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The contents are carefully mapped to the AQA AS and A level specifications, so you can be sure you are studying exactly what you need to. The book focuses on the key topics of Families and Households, Education, Methods in Context and Research Methods to achieve the depth of coverage required for...

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Try to get the updated version (updated in 2022) which can usually be found in physical bookstores.

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Rob Webb (Author), Hal Westergaard (Author), Keith Trobe (Author), Annie Townend (Author) & 1 more

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Buy AQA A Level Sociology: Book 2 2nd Revised edition by Rob Webb, Hal Westergaard, Keith Trobe, Annie Townend (ISBN: 9780954007928) from Amazon’s Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 1: Education with theory and methods (Student Guides) by: Dave O’Leary. Published by: Hodder Education. ISBN: 978-1510472020

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Packed full of clear topic summaries, knowledge check questions and sample exam-style questions and answers with commentaries, this guide will help students aim for and achieve the highest grades.

This Student Guide will help to:
- Identify key content for the exams with our concise coverage of topics
- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout
- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
- Test knowledge with rapid-fire knowledge check questions and answers
- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions & Answers section

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 1: Education with theory and methods (Student Guides)

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Buy AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 1: Education with theory and methods (Student Guides) by O'Leary, Dave (ISBN: 9781510472020) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 2: Topics in Sociology (Families and households and Beliefs in society) (Student Guides) by: Joan Garrod and Laura Pountney. Published by: Hodder Education. ISBN: 978-1510472037

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Joan Garrod (Author), Laura Pountney (Author)

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 2: Topics in Sociology (Families and households and Beliefs in society) (Student Guides)

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Buy AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 2: Topics in Sociology (Families and households and Beliefs in society) (Student Guides) by Garrod, Joan, Pountney, Laura (ISBN: 9781510472037) from Amazon’s Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 3: Crime and deviance with theory and methods (Student Guides) by Dave O’Leary. Published by: Hodder Education. ISBN: 978-1510472044

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Packed full of clear topic summaries, knowledge check questions and sample exam-style questions and answers with commentaries, this guide will help students aim for and achieve the highest grades.
This Student Guide will help to:
- Identify key content for the exams with our concise coverage of topics
- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout
- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
- Test knowledge with rapid-fire knowledge check questions and answers
- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions & Answers section

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AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 3: Crime and deviance with theory and methods (Student Guides)

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Buy AQA A-level Sociology Student Guide 3: Crime and deviance with theory and methods (Student Guides) by O'Leary, Dave (ISBN: 9781510472044) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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If you're interested in:

an introduction to Sociology, I'd recommend Introducing Sociology: A Graphic Guide by John Nagle & Piero

exploring explanations for how change in society occurs, I'd recommend The Tipping Point: How Little Things can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell

the interaction between Psychology and Sociology, I'd recommend The Broken Ladder: How Inequality Affects The Way We Think, Live, and Die by Keith Payne

exploring inequality in a different cultural context (Singapore), I'd recommend This is What Inequality Looks Like by Teo You Yenn

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You will need an A4 file to store your notes, along with lined paper and stationery that includes the following: Pens and pencils, Highlighter pen, Ruler, Calculator, Protractor, Compass

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In Year 1 of the course, one of the topics we will be discussing will be the role and function of education. People have different views on what the role of education is. This famous TED talk shows Sir Ken Robinson's take on what education is and what it should strive to achieve.

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Do schools kill creativity? | Sir Ken Robinson | TED