SOC.SS.17.A
Describe the study of demography, the basic demographic concepts, and changes in settlement patterns on society.
Sociology · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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demographystudy of demographybasic demographic conceptssettlement patternssocietychanges in settlement patterns
Skills
- describe (the study of demography) #dok1
- identify (basic demographic concepts) #dok1
- explain (changes in settlement patterns on society) #dok2
- analyze (the impact of changing settlement patterns on society) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can describe the study of demography and its purpose in sociology. #dok1
- I can identify basic demographic concepts used to analyze populations. #dok1
- I can explain how changes in settlement patterns affect society. #dok2
- I can analyze how demographic changes influence community development and social structure. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Demographic changes and settlement patterns play a significant role in shaping society.
- Understanding basic concepts of demography helps explain how and why societies evolve over time.
Essential Questions
- What is demography, and why is it important to the study of society?
- How do basic demographic concepts help us understand population changes?
- In what ways do changes in settlement patterns impact communities and societies?
- How can shifts in population distribution affect social, economic, and cultural life?
- What factors might cause shifts in settlement patterns within a society?