Key theorists in their own words, to learn and revise. Guide for teachers for the poster making activity. Includes pictures of each theorist.

WJEC AS Level Sociology, Unit One: Introductory Core This is a list of concepts that the student should understand and be able to explain using relevant examples and with reference to sociological knowledge. This list can be printed for student folders and display

Defining the family. Objectives of this powerpoint: After viewing this slide show the student should be aware of: Why the family is important in acquiring culture. How the family may be defined. Is the family universal?

Following this Slide Show you should: Be aware of the influence of Emile Durkheim and his concept of anomie in explaining crime. Be familiar with Robert Merton’s development of anomie in his ‘anomic paradigm’. Recognise the link of Hirschi’s bonds of attachment with anomie theory. Be aware of the link between family and crime and how it might fit in with anomie. Be critically aware of the strengths and weaknesses of anomie theory as an explanation of crime.

How do you define a youth culture? Sociological theme: Youth Culture Key skills: Communication Sociological skill: Learning to think sociologically

Develop the skills needed for success. Powerpoint presentation that answers the following questions: What does evaluation mean? Why is evaluation important? How do we evaluate?

A series of resources supporting the teaching of Crime and Deviance. The units deal with the nature and definition of crime and deviance and lead to an open debate as to the nature of social control in our society. The third unit explores labelling theories of criminal behaviour and the final unit encourages learners to think about the value and accuracy of official statistics on crime by exploring the reasons people have for reporting and not reporting crime to the police. For more materials relating to this resource, please visit the NGfL site, linked below.

Template for writing an opinion piece.

Summary notes looking at the purpose of socialisation for society. A powerpoint presentation on socialisation.

A student's guide to simple strategies to help revision for A/AS level sociology. Word document on general tips for exam success.

A simple guide to good style and essay planning. Word document on essay planning and writing.

A PowerPoint discussion of issues surrounding Divorce by David Bown. Having viewed this slide show the student should be aware: That during the last century, the divorce rate increased dramatically. That the divorce rate refers to the number of divorces per thousand married couples. That divorce peaked in1993 at 180,000 per annum. Currently, one in every two new marriages ends in divorce (51.5%). That many couples separate without divorcing. That large numbers of empty shell marriages exist. That high divorce rates are a global phenomenon.

Practice questions using the new command words. Examination style questions for youth culture.

A simple overview on poverty.

Introductory material to encourage thought. Includes: Biological theories Social Psychology Structural theories of crime Labelling theories Sub-cultural theories of crime

An overview of the key issues on religion

Can you recognise the important theories and evaluate them? Theory of Crime: Revision Exercise.

A series of resources supporting the teaching of Crime and Deviance. The units deal with the nature and definition of crime and deviance and lead to an open debate as to the nature of social control in our society. The third unit explores labelling theories of criminal behaviour and the final unit encourages learners to think about the value and accuracy of official statistics on crime by exploring the reasons people have for reporting and not reporting crime to the police. For more materials relating to this resource, please visit the NGfL site, linked below.

Understand the ethnic make-up of the population of Wales. Key skills: Communication Numeracy Sociological skill: Interpreting data

Planning an essay answer on the underclass debate.