Sociology Answers

Two principles of the symbolic interactionism theory

Explain what is meant by context in symbolic interactionism give an example of two different contexts found in schools

Discuss five criticism of education by conflict theorist

Discuss the school as a social institution. What role does it play in society? How is the school linked to the workplace.

2.3 give a detailed explanation on how special schools as resource centers support other schools in collaboration with the DBST.
3.1discuss how the following extrinsic barriers to learning can negatively affect learners in inclusive education settings
3.1.1 negative discriminating attitudes
3.1.2 an inflexible curriculum
3.1.3 inappropriate language or language of learning and teaching.
3.1.4 inaccessible and unsafe built environment.

1.2 discuss the purpose of assessment in inclusive settings,with special reference to general inclusive assessment strategies.
2.1 describe the steps that are taken during the initial screening of learners with barriers to learning according to the SIAS policy document.
2.2 discuss the core functions of the district -based support team (DBST)

State whether the following statements are true or false
1.6 an African perspective of "Ubuntu" involves an individual's ability to treat others with sensitivity,respect and dignity.
1.7 the Salamanca statement (UNESCO 1994)assumes that the academic curriculum and instruction should be flexible and relevant so that a less accessible environment should be created.
1.8 differentiation of inclusive teaching strategies involve making modifications in the learning environment,learning content and teaching methodologies as well as assessment.
1.9 formative assessment is done at the beginning of the year,to establish a point from which future measurements and predictions can be calculated.
1.10 summative assessment is a continuous assessment process often informal in nature designed to monitor and supports learning progress.

State whether the following statements are true or false

1.1 inclusion is about creating equal opportunities for some learners to progress in spite of their diverse needs
1.2 inclusion in education is a basic human right and the foundation for a more just and diverse society.
1.3 the SIAS defines barriers to learning as "difficulties that arise within the education system as a whole ".
1 .4 negative and discriminating attitudes are visible through labelling,which occurs when learners with learning difficulties are placed in special schools.
1.5 inaccessible and unsafe buildings,in many instances,present learners with impairment from having access to the centers.

3.1 discuss the duties of the following support structures in inclusive education settings
3.1.1 learning support educator (LSE)
3.1.2 institutional -level support team (ILST)
3.1.3 district-based support team (DBST)