SOC.SS.10.C
Contrast theories of social stratification.
Sociology · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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Skills
- contrast (theories of social stratification) #dok2
- analyze (differences between theories of social stratification) #dok3
- explain (the foundational ideas of social stratification theories) #dok2
- summarize (key features of major social stratification theories) #dok1
Learning Targets
- I can list the major theories of social stratification. #dok1
- I can summarize the main points of each major theory of social stratification. #dok1
- I can explain the foundational ideas behind each theory of social stratification. #dok2
- I can contrast how the different theories of social stratification view class, power, and inequality. #dok2
- I can analyze the differences and similarities between the main theories of social stratification. #dok3
- I can evaluate the strengths and limitations of each theory of social stratification when applied to real-world examples. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Different theories of social stratification offer unique perspectives on how and why societies are divided into layers or classes.
- Comparing social stratification theories helps us understand the nature, causes, and consequences of social inequality.
Essential Questions
- What are the major theories of social stratification and how do they differ?
- How does each theory explain social class and inequality?
- In what ways do these theories agree or disagree about the sources and effects of stratification?
- Why is it important to compare and contrast different theories of social stratification?
- Which theory of social stratification best explains patterns of inequality in societies today?