Analyse two reasons for gender differences in subject choice (10)
The trick here is to pick two broad (rather than very specific) reasons, which will give you the most scope […]
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methods in context
Using covert participant observation to investigate pupils with behavioural difficulties
An example of how you might answer a methods in context question on the AQA’s A level sociology paper 1.
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Outline Three Ways in Which Schools Have Become Increasingly Privatised in Recent Years (6)
Privatisation involves the transfer of public assets to private companies This is an example of a possible 4 or 6 mark
methods in context
Using self-completion written questionnaires to investigate unauthorised absences from school
An example of a methods in context question, mark scheme, and some thoughts on how to answer the question. The
methods in context
Methods in Context – Possible Method and Topic Combinations
Methods in Context- Here you need to be able to assess the strengths and limitations of using any method to
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An Overview of the Education Module for A Level Sociology
The AQA Specification – Education Students need to know…. The role and functions of the education system, including its relationship
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Gender and Education Summary Grid for A Level Sociology.
There are three main types of question for gender and education – achievement (why do girls generally do better than
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Assess the claim that ‘ethnic difference in educational achievement are primarily the result of school factors’ (30)
School factors include teacher labelling, banding and streaming, school ethos and pupil subcultures. Although home factors are generally more important in explaining differences in achievement
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4 and 6 Mark Outline Questions on Education for the A Level Sociology Paper 1 Exam
For these questions you need to make a point and then develop that point to explain further.
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A Level Sociology Essays – How to Write Them
Use the Point – Explain – Expand – Criticise method (PEEC), demonstrate knowledge, application and evaluation skills, and use the item to make your points!