Grade 10 Sociology Syllabus
1. Grade 10 Theory and Methods
- Introduction to Sociological theories
- Understanding different sociological perspectives
- The importance of research methods in sociology
- The scientific method in sociology
- Qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Ethical considerations in sociological research
2. Grade 10 Culture, Identity and Socialisation
- Defining culture and its impact on society
- Cultural relativism and ethnocentrism
- Socialization and its role in shaping identities
- Agents of socialization (family, education, media, peers)
- Cultural diversity and multiculturalism
- Subcultures and countercultures
3. Grade 10 Social Inequality
- Understanding social stratification and social classes
- Theories of social inequality (Marxist, functionalist, conflict)
- Poverty and its impact on society
- Discrimination and prejudice
- Gender inequality and feminism
- Race and ethnicity
4. Grade 10 Family
- The role of the family in society
- Types of families (nuclear, extended, single-parent, blended)
- Changing patterns of family structures
- Functions of the family (socialization, reproduction, emotional support)
- Gender roles within the family
- Family dynamics and relationships
5. Grade 10 Education
- The role of education in society
- Functions of education (socialization, transmission of culture, social mobility)
- Different educational systems and their impact on social inequality
- Theories of education (functionalist, conflict)
- Educational achievement and attainment gaps
- Education and social change
6. Grade 10 Crime, Deviance and Social Control
- Defining crime and deviance
- Theories of crime and deviance (strain theory, labeling theory, control theory)
- Social control mechanisms (formal and informal)
- Criminal justice system and its role in society
- Youth crime and delinquency
- Crime prevention strategies
7. Grade 10 Media
- The role of media in society
- Types of media (print, broadcast, digital)
- Media ownership and its impact on media content
- Media representations and stereotypes
- Media influence on attitudes and behaviors
- Media literacy and critical thinking skills
Note: This syllabus is designed for Grade 10 Sociology and covers various topics that aim to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of sociological concepts and their application to real-world issues. The syllabus focuses on developing critical thinking skills, research methods, and promoting an understanding of social inequality, culture, identity, and socialization in different contexts.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Grade 10