The Family (Skills-based Sociology)

by WarrenKidd (Author), Liz Steel (Author), SteelLiz (Author)

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2000
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This work updates the sociology of the family using contemporary theoretical perspectives and key concepts. It concentrates on understanding the role of the family in society and sociology, providing opportunities for the evaluation of sociological theories themselves. The b ook provides a wide range of classroom and individual exercises which seek to develop students' interpretive, analytical and evaluative skills. There are also plenty of examination questions included, with sample answers and useful guidance for students.

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This work updates the sociology of the family using contemporary theoretical perspectives and key concepts. It concentrates on understanding the role of the family in society and sociology, providing opportunities for the evaluation of sociological theories themselves. The b ook provides a wide range of classroom and individual exercises which seek to develop students' interpretive, analytical and evaluative skills. There are also plenty of examination questions included, with sample answers and useful guidance for students.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 17 Nov 2000
ISBN 10: 0333689720
ISBN 13: 9780333689721
Book Overview: Warren Kidd is the author of Culture and Identity .

Author Bio

LIZ STEEL is Head of Humanities and Social Science at Halifax New College and has long-standing experience as a Senior Examiner for the Associated Examining Board. She has taught sociology and psychology at both school and undergraduate level and has played a significant role in the development of the new post-2000 A/AS level syllabus. WARREN KIDD is an experienced teacher of Sociology and is Head of Sociology at Highsted School in Kent. He is a vice-president of the Association for the Teaching of the Social Sciences (ATSS) and the author of Culture and Identity (forthcoming in the Skills-Based Sociology series).