COURSE OUTLINE

I. Course No. and Title: Social Dimensions of Education

II. Course Description: 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.

III. General Objectives : At the end of one semester, the students will be able to:

1. Develop a broader understanding of social conditions related to the educational system based on sociological
perspectives
2. Apply the different theoretical perspectives of sociology in analyzing the current problems and issues of
society
3. Situate the learning process in the present socio-cultural context
4. Address the needs of future learners with different cultural backgrounds and characteristics

I. MODULE 1- INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF EDUCATION

Lesson 1 Sociological Perspectives of Society

 What is Society?
 What Is a Theory?
 Structural-Functionalism
 Conflict
 Consensus
 Symbolic Interactionism

Lesson 2 Developing the Social Self

 Charles H. Cooley’s The Looking Glass Self
 George Herbert Mead On Social Theory

Lesson 3 Education for Growth and Transformation: UNESCO’s Four Pillars of Learning

 Learning to Know
 Learning to Do
 Learning to Live Together
 Learning to Be

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

Lesson 2 Language In Intercultural Communication

 What Is Language?
 Components of Language
 Importance of Language in Intercultural Communication
 Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis
 Types of Meaning

Lesson 3 Socio-Cultural Change

  Definition of Social and Cultural Change
 Theories and Factors of Socio-Cultural Change
 Processes of Socio-Cultural Change
 People’s Responses to Socio-Cultural Change
 Multiculturalism In the School Setting

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 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
Lesson 4 Education for Sustainable Development