AQA A Level Sociology: Book 2

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World accommodating new religious movements – revision notes. These are kind of half way between world rejecting and world affirming movements. They tend to help members cope with every day life.

Revision Col 3 Collins at Home | Support for schools Home tutors Letts Revision Collins4Parents Collins Book Sale Revision for students The book focuses on the key topics of Beliefs in Society, Crime and Deviance, and Theory and Methods to achieve the depth of coverage required for top grades.The contents are carefully mapped to the AQA A level specification, so you can be sure you are studying exactly what you need to. The AQA A Level Sociology: Book 2 is an invaluable resource for students studying sociology at A Level under the AQA specification. Authored by Rob Webb, Hal Westergaard, Keith Trobe, and Annie Townend, this book is part of the renowned Napier Press series, known for its comprehensive coverage and engaging content. Carol Christ’s Feminist Spirituality – class notes covering Christ’s view that women should seek personal paths to finding the Goddess.

Simone De Beauvoir’s Perspective on Religion – class notes on DeBeavour’s view that religion compensates women for their second class status in society. The Marxist Perspective on Religion – class notes on Marx’s well known view that ‘religion is the opium of the masses’. Emile Durkheim’s Perspective on Religion – class notes covering Durkhiem’s view that religion really represents society, so when people worship religion, they are really worshiping society. Durkhiem argued that religion is a conservative force which reinforces people’s commitment to social values. The text is accessible to students of all abilities, with key concepts, methods and studies explained in straightforward language pitched at just the right level for second year A level students.Religious pluralism – evidence for secularisation? Religious beliefs and practices have become more diverse over time. Some sociologists argue this is evidence for secularisation because this waters down the power of religion. For example, it is more difficult for any one religion to claim a monopoly of truth. However, pluralisation may be evidence of religion become more popular, ust on an individual, not a social level. Religion in global context; globalisation and the spread of religions Max Weber – The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism – revision notes outlining Max Weber’s complex theory that the austere values and lifestyle of Protestant Calvinism eventually gave rise to modern Capitalism. The authors have employed a clear and accessible writing style, making complex sociological concepts easy to understand. Key terms are highlighted throughout the text, and a range of activities and assessment opportunities are provided to consolidate learning and prepare students for their examinations. Applying material from the item, analyse two reasons why younger people are generally less religious than older people (10)

Nawal El Saadawi: The Hidden Face of Eve – class notes covering Egyptian feminist El Saadawi’s perspective on the role of religion in oppression women in the Arab World. She basically argues that it’s patriarchy, not religion that’s the problem. International Col 1 Cambridge International Caribbean International Early Years Collins Big Cat for International Schools International Resources Webinars Catalogues Big Cat Writing Competition Winners 2023 The attractive, full-colour design and thought-provoking photos stimulate students' interest and engagement. Why are women more religious than men (1) – c lass notes focusing on the extent to which different gender roles might explain this.

Religion and Science – Are They Compatible? – a counter-post to the one above. It focuses on the similarities between science and religion, rather than the differences between the two. The relationship between social change, stability, and religious beliefs, practices and organisations This second revised edition of the AQA A Level Sociology: Book 2 continues to provide a thorough and detailed exploration of sociological theories, methodologies, and key topics. The book is structured to align with the AQA A Level Sociology syllabus, ensuring that all necessary content is covered. Secondary Col 3 Anthologies for KS3 to KS5 English White Rose Maths Secure Science for GCSE Reimagine KS3 English KS3 Science Now Collins Classroom Classics The Neo-Marxist Perspective on Religion – c lass notes on Otto Maduro’s theory that religious leaders sometimes act independently of the economic elite and take the side of the oppressed, as they did in the case of Liberation Theology in Latin America.

Religion and social change – summary revision notes summarising the above perspectives’ views on the relationship between religion and social change. Religious organisations: cults, sects, denominations, churches and New Age movements and their relationship to religious and spiritual belief and practice Explaining the growth of the new age movement – re vision Notes covering Steve Bruce’s and Paul Heelas’ views on how the New Age Movement ‘fits into’ post modern society.

What is Fundamentalism? – c lass notes outlining Steve Bruce’s five features of religious fundamentalism and the difference between individual and communal fundamentalism. Evaluate the view that the extent of secularisation has been exaggerated (20) – an essay plan covering arguments and evidence for and against the view in the question. Beliefs in society revision bundle for sale