MSU- Iligan Institute of Technology College of Education DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

SYLLABUS
First Semester, SY 2011-2012 I. II. Course No. and Title Course Description : : Ed 121 - Social Dimensions of Education 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. 3 units 3 Hours a Week, 54 hours 1 semester None FS 1 At the end of one semester, the students will be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Develop a broader understanding of social conditions related to the educational system based on sociological perspectives Apply the different theoretical perspectives of sociology in analyzing the current problems and issues of society Situate the learning process in the present socio-cultural context Address the needs of future learners with different cultural backgrounds and characteristics

Credit

Hours/week/semester : Pre- requisite : Co-requisite : III. General Objectives :

IV. Specific Objectives

At the end of the topic, the students are expected to: a) review the vision, mission, goals and objectives of MSUIIT b) relate the schools VMGO to the course objectives c) share significant experiences as students of MSU-IIT in relation to VMGO At the end of the unit, the students will be able to:

V. Topic/Content
I. VISION, MISSION, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF MSU-IIT a) Meaning of VMGO of MSUIIT b) Course Orientation c) Students Expectation Check

VI. Methods/ Strategies

Brainstorming Group Sharing/Discussion Group Report

VII. Instructional Media

Power Point Presentation of Schools VMGO Or Use of Overhead Projector

VIII. Enrichment Activities

Sharing of Experiences in relation to Schools VMGO

IX. Evaluation
Group Expectation Report

X. Time Allotme nt
1 Hours 1 meeting

XI. Remarks
To be done on the first meeting of the class Students who cannot come on the first day of class can be given special assignment in line with the topic.

II.

MODULE

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Describe in detail the different sociological Lesson 1 Sociological Perspectives Word Game Lecture theories of Society Discussion
What is Society? What Is a Theory? Structural-Functionalism Conflict Consensus Symbolic Interactionism Cooperative Learning through Group Research and Report

INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF EDUCATION

References for this unit can be: Vega, et. AL., (2006). Social Dimensions of Education Sociology books

2. Discuss the importance of sociological theories in the field of education 3. Analyze particular social conditions in the field of education based on

Power Point Presentation or Use of Overhead Projector

Group Analysis and Presentation of Actual Observation of Social Issues Based on Sociological Theories Online Research

Quiz Reaction Paper

6 Hours 4 meetings

sociological perspectives At the end of this lesson, the students are expected Lesson 2 Developing the Social Self to: 1. recognize their own Charles H. Cooleys The capabilities as Looking Glass Self social being George Herbert Mead On Social Theory 2. explain the importance of the social self 3. reflect on some ways to maintain harmonious social relationships
At the end of this lesson, the students should be able to:

Reading of Selection Discussion Lecture Group Sharing and Report

Photo Copy of Reading Selection Power point presentation

Essay Writing on experience of social growth Application of Psycho-social theories on ones personal development

Quiz Reaction Paper Sociogram

6 Hours 4 meetings

1. Explain the UNESCOs Four Pillars of Learning 2. Illustrate situations in which the four Pillars of Learning can be applied 3. Identify possible teaching strategies and techniques to implement the Four

Lesson 3 Education for Growth and Transformation: UNESCOs Four Pillars of Learning

Learning to Learning to Learning to Together Learning to

Know Do Live Be

Brainstorming Using the KWL Approach K stands for Knowledge which students previously have regarding the topic W means what the students Want to learn more about the topic L refers to the information that the students will Learn about the topic at the end of

KWL Chart Power Point Presentation Group Report

Research on Teaching Strategies to enhance each pillar of learning

Quiz Report

3 Hours 2 meetings

Can be enriched with the explanation of different teaching methods and strategies that enhance the four pillars of learning

Pillars of Learning

the lesson

In this lesson, the students are expected to: 1. review the basic concepts of communication and culture in general 2. discuss the meaning of intercultural communication 3. demonstrate the elements and dynamics of intercultural communication

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

Recognizing ones tribal origin Small Group Sharing and Discussion Collage Making Lecture

Meta Cards Collage Power Point

Interview parents, grandparents and other relatives regarding the culture of tribe of origin Making electronic collage

Quiz Reflection Paper

6 Hours 4 meetings

Values to live by: respect for one another, acceptance and appreciation of other peoples culture

In this lesson, the students should be able to: 1. describe the Lesson 2 Language In meaning and Intercultural Communication components of language What Is Language? Components of Language 2. give the importance Importance of Language in of language in Intercultural Communication intercultural

Picture Talk Small Group Discussion Lecture

Picture or Video Footage Power Point

Language Translation Analysis of Meaning

Quiz Group Singing and Analysis of their song Talk Show to enhance oral

3 Hours 2 meetings

Intercultural communication can be enhanced through exchange of meaning of different languages spoken by people

communication

3. demonstrate verbal ways and other non-verbal expressions useful in intercultural Lesson 3 Socio-Cultural communication Change Definition of Social and In this lesson, the Cultural Change students should be able to: 1. Define the meaning Theories and Factors of of socio-cultural Socio-Cultural Change change Processes of Socio-Cultural Change 2. Distinguish the Peoples Responses to factors of socioSocio-Cultural Change cultural change Multiculturalism In the 3. Identify ways and School Setting means of evaluating societal changes that are beneficial to people and culture 4. Explain multicultural education as an innovative response to changes in educational system

Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Types of Meaning

communicati on skills

News & Advertisement Analysis Discussion

News Clippings Video Clippings of TV Ads

Newscasting Discussion of Current Issues Group Discussion and Reporting

Case Study Quiz

6 hours 4 meetings

For Case Study, students can be assigned to gather data from the community about certain projects and their contribution to educational development, such as: cooperative, day care center, supplemental feeding program, alternative health, etc.

In this lesson, the students will be able to: 1. identify the different social institutions 2. describe the characteristics and functions of the different social institutions 3. show the interrelationships among the social institutions and their contribution to educational development of the citizens

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

Sharing of Experiences Group Report Discussion

Powerpoint Handouts Cartolina or Manila Paper Posters

Discussion of actual experiences related to these social institutions

Quiz Submission of Written Group Reports

6 hours 4 meetings

Group Reports and discussion have to be done in a snappy manner.

In this lesson, the students will be able to: 1) discuss theories of gender development 2) describe conditions involving gender issues and problems

Film showing Discussion Lecture

Film related to gender issues Powerpoint

Report on current issues involving gender problems and advocacy

Reflection Paper Quiz

3 hours 2 meetings

Report can be assigned to individual students.

3) show significant gains that have been made in gender education and advocacy

In this lesson, the students will be able to: 1) define globalization and its characteristics 2) describe how sociocultural, environmental, economic, political and equity issues affect globalization 3) discuss the impact of globalization on the process and progress of education

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

Brainstorming Collage Making Discussion lecture

Powerpoint Collage Handouts

Web Quest on Indicators, Pictures Pertaining to Globalization, Discussion of Problems on Globalization

Quiz Talk Show Type Discussion by Group

6 hours 4 meetings

Students should be able to distinguish the positive and negative impact of globalization.

Lesson 4 Education for Sustainable Development

XII.

Grading System

: Long Quizzes and Short Quizzes Major Examinations Recitation/Group or Individual Report Case Study/Research Requirements Assignments Total

Final Grade 20% 40% 10% 20% 10% 100%

XIII. References A. Books

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De Fleur, Melvin L., et. Al., (1998). Fundamentals of Human Communiction. Second Edition. California, USA: Mayfield Publishing Company. Luhman, Reid. (2001). The Sociological Outlook. 7th Edition USA: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc. Vega, Violeta A. et. Al., (2006). Social Dimensions of Education. Quezon City: Lorimar Publishing Co., Inc. Pai, Young & Adler, Susan A. (1997). Cultural Foundations of Education. Second Edition. New Jersey, USA: Prentice-Hall, Inc. 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. 8

B. Internet Resources Weinshenker, Matthew (2000). Talcott parsons on institutions and social revolution. http://www.spc.uchicago.edu/ssr1/PRELIMS/Theory/parsons.html UNESCO Task Force on Education for the Twenty-first Century. http://www.unesco.org/delors/index.html (1999). New World Encyclopedia (2008). Cooley, Charles Horton. http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Charles_Horton_Cooley Graduate Review California State University (2001). George Herbert Mead. http://www.csudh.edu/dearhabermas/mead.htm Honors Communication Capstone (2000). http://www.uky.edu/~/drlane/capstone/intercultural Prepared by: Josefina M. Tabudlong, Ph.D. Noted by : ___________________________________________ Chairman Approved by : 9

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