Thursday 10 January 2019

Chapter 1 : Understanding Sociology and Learning Theories

What is Sociology ?

Sociology means a scientific and a systematic research done based on human interaction in a community from various perspective.

Perspectives is defined by :
- Stratification
- Culture
- Population 
and many more.

According to Sociology, there are few main theories :
A) The Functionalism Theory
B) The Conflict Theory
C) The Interactionism Symbolic Theory

A) Functionalism Theory views a community has their own functions. Community refers to group of people and individuals. And each of them have their own roles to play into making a community work. It is viewed like a human body where each anatomy has its own purpose and function into making the body functional.

B) The Conflict Theory is a study where each conflicts are viewed from a perspective. Karl Marx believes that each community needs a conflict in order to move forward. That when something happens, the community will turn into realization where they are in  need of change.

C) The Interactionism Symbolic Theory
Human or as a matter of fact any human being, uses a certain symbol to communicate between one another. This symbol refers to the use of spoken language, written language, body language, and  any tool that helps with communicating.

Education too is part of sociology. According to John Dewey, education means an individual process of gaining knowledge and information. And from a Muslim scholar, education means a whole process of self development that is well balanced. But the main purpose of education is a develop one's self holistically. This includes, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects.

When putting Sociology and Education together, it serves a different meaning.
It is systematic and scientific research on the relationship between education and community that later influences on the goals and purposes as well as curriculum in teaching or pedagogy.

Therefore, Education should be viewed or valued as an investment, socialization as well as an effort of community or citizens development.


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