Module Details
Module Code: |
SOCG C1703 |
Module Title:
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Introduction to Sociology
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Title:
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Introduction to Sociology
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Janette Davies
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Module Author:: |
Teresa Mulhern
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to introduce the discipline of sociology to learners and its application to early childhood. The module aims to develop the learners understanding of key factors which impact on the life of children, their families, and communities. The module will encourage the learner to examine and reflect on the social world in which we live and to explore the different ways in which human beings have organised their lives together. Sociological frameworks and theory will be examined, and aspects of Irish society will be explored from a sociological perspective.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Discuss the development and role of sociology as a discipline which observes social life and offers social commentary which is relevant to Early Childhood. |
LO2 |
Understand the social construction of young children’s identities within a range of social categories, culture, race, ethnicity, sexuality, class, religion, and disability. |
LO3 |
Examine the evolution, function and diversity of families and communities within an Irish context. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Introducing Sociology
What is Sociology
Key introductory ideas.
Sociological perspectives.
Macro and micro approaches – Roles, Groups and Social Networks
Classical Sociological Theorists
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Culture, Identity and Inclusion
The social construction and components of culture. Socialisation Process. Social identities. Intersectionality. Race, ethnicity, diversity, equality and inclusion in Early Childhood Practice.
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Social stratification
Systems of stratification.
Class structure.
Social inequality, poverty and social exclusion.
Equality of educational opportunity.
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Sociology of the Family
Changing family structures and patterns.
Sociological perspectives of the family.
Relating an understanding of the Sociology of the Family to Irish ECEC policies e.g., Siolta (2006), Aistear (2009).
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Sociology of Heath, Wellness and disability
The social construction of health, wellness and disability. Heath inequalities and life outcomes.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
6.73 |
101 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.50 |
18 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
7.13 |
107 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Clarke R.. (2020), Childhood in Society for the Early Years, 4th. Sage, London.
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Brown K.. (2019), Sociology, 5th. Polity, UK.
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McDonald B.. (2014), An Introduction to Sociology in Ireland, 3rd Ed.,, 3rd. Gill & Macmillan, Dublin.
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Giddens A. & Sutton P.. (2021), Sociology,, 9th. Polity, UK.
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Norman G.. (2017), The Sociology of Childhood. A Critical Perspective, 3rd. Sage, UK.
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Yarrow A. & Fane J.. (2015), The Sociology of Early Childhood: Young Children's Lives and Worlds, Routledge, UK.
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Numerous Journal Articles, Journal of Early Childhood Research.
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Numerous Journal Articles, Journal of European Early Childhood.
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Numerous Journal Articles, Journal of Childhood.
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Numerous Journal Articles, Journal of Childhood and Society.
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Numerous Journal Articles, Irish Journal of Sociology.
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