AQA A level Sociology - Theory & Methods - Sociology and ScienceQuick View
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AQA A level Sociology - Theory & Methods - Sociology and Science

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Topic: Theory & Methods Specification link: the nature of science and the extent to which Sociology can be regarded as scientific Focus: Sociology and Science What’s included: • 1 × fully editable lesson PowerPoint • 1 × student work booklet with an exam work section • A range of engaging tasks including stretch & challenge for differentiation • Links to video clips and suggested discussion prompts • Clear lesson objectives with links to the specification and exam papers Perfect for AQA A-Level Sociology Theory & Methods 2, this resource pack covers Sociology and Science including key concepts and how this links back to topics studied during A level sociology. Please note that due to the synoptic links, this lesson has been designed to be taught at the end of the course. It also contains some pre-reading activities and tasks which students are expected to complete prior to the lesson (although this is optional). The pack includes one lesson PowerPoint, designed for 60–90 minutes of teaching time depending on the number of activities selected. It features a combination of teacher-led tasks, independent student activities, and video clips, along with embedded stretch and challenge opportunities to support differentiation. The lesson is designed to run alongside a work booklet, which has a exam section included.
OCR SOCIOLOGY RESEARCH METHODSQuick View
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OCR SOCIOLOGY RESEARCH METHODS

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A COMPLETE UNIT OF LESSONS FOR AS OCR RESEARCH METHODS. Also included in this unit is revision resources. These resources were made using the OCR AS/Level 1 (purple) textbook Lessons include: videos exam practice application tasks card sorts Key studies research methods/ revision workbook Counters sampling tasks learning activities
AQA Sociology Research Methods with ContextQuick View
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AQA Sociology Research Methods with Context

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This is a complete bundle of all the powerpoints and worksheets for research methods and methods in context. The powerpoints include: Choosing a research method The research context Experiments (with MIC) Questionnaires (with MIC) Interviews (with MIC) Observations (with MIC) Secondary Sources (with MIC) All of the powerpoints include activities to engage students and have exam focus embedded and broken down to support student learning. A worksheet is also available with all of the powerpoints. This is in line with the Webb et al Sociology book 1.
Sociology - Education with Theory and Methods - InteractionismQuick View
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Sociology - Education with Theory and Methods - Interactionism

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This lessons covers the Interactionist method of understanding on Education. Students explore and evaluate key theories through personal experiences of school: Labelling The Halo Effect Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Setting and Streaming Educational Triage Subcultures Activities include: Discussion around a video clip of Ian Wright with a teacher Labelling an ‘ideal pupil’ Analysing the Jane Elliot ‘Blue Eyes Brown Eyes’ experiment Self-fulfiling prophecy card sort Example paragraph and essay plan provided at the end (Lesson follows a ‘Be more chef’ model - the lesson takes cooking as an analogy for the starter, main and plenary. The ‘Be more chef’ concept pushes students to go beyond the recipe at the end of the lesson, and strive towards additional independent study)
AQA A level Sociology - Theory & Methods - Sociology and ValuesQuick View
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AQA A level Sociology - Theory & Methods - Sociology and Values

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Topic: Theory & Methods Specification link: debates about subjectivity, objectivity and value freedom Focus: Sociology and Values What’s included: • 1 × fully editable lesson PowerPoint • 1 × student work booklet with an exam work section • A range of engaging tasks including stretch & challenge for differentiation • Links to video clips and suggested discussion prompts • Clear lesson objectives with links to the specification and exam papers Perfect for AQA A-Level Sociology Theory & Methods 2, this resource pack covers Sociology and Values including key concepts and how this links back to topics studied during A level sociology. Please note that due to the synoptic links, this lesson has been designed to be taught at the end of the course. It also contains some pre-reading activities and tasks which students are expected to complete prior to the lesson (although this is optional). The pack includes one lesson PowerPoint, designed for 60–90 minutes of teaching time depending on the number of activities selected. It features a combination of teacher-led tasks, independent student activities, and video clips, along with embedded stretch and challenge opportunities to support differentiation. The lesson is designed to run alongside a work booklet, which has a exam section included.
AQA Sociology GCSE Research Methods Revision PackQuick View
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AQA Sociology GCSE Research Methods Revision Pack

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A pack of 6 worksheets to aid with revision and initial understanding of research methods in AQA GCSE Sociology. Aimed towards lower-ability pupils to help develop their understanding of different research methods and their advantages and disadvantages. Includes exam-style and knowledge-check questions. ZIP file containing print-ready PDF files. Worksheets: The Research Process Quantitative Methods Qualitative Methods Secondary Sources Evaluating Research Research Ethics
AQA GCSE sociology - Research Methods: Observations Quick View
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AQA GCSE sociology - Research Methods: Observations

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Detailed lesson with lots of scaffolding based on adaptive teaching that help students understand what are the strengths and weaknesses of using observations to investigate sociological issues (e.g. identifying the different types of observations and their main features, explain the strengths and weaknesses of using the different types of observations to investigate sociological issues and to apply our knowledge of strengths and weaknesses of one or ore observations to an exam question. Covers the following key terms: Observation Participant observation Non-participant observation Covert observation Overt research Hawthorne / Observer effect Observation schedule Overt research (extension) Covert research (extension) Key terms you should know that link: Pre-determined - Closed questions - Open questions - Quantitative data vs Qualitative data - Reliable vs Valid - Practical issues - Ethical issues - Theoretical issues - Positivism vs Interpretivist - Sample size - Representative sample - Generalise findings - Respondent - Standardised ANSWERS TO ALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDED Includes an exam style 4 marker with scaffolding and a detailed student friendly mark-scheme Does NOT cover structured and unstructured observations as it is not in the specification and its quite complex. Includes a key term sheet and definitions
AQA A level Sociology - Theory and Methods - FeminismQuick View
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AQA A level Sociology - Theory and Methods - Feminism

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Topic: Theory & Methods Specification link: consensus, conflict, structural and social action theories Focus: Feminism What’s included: • 1 × fully editable lesson PowerPoint • 1 × student work booklet with an exam work section • A range of engaging tasks including stretch & challenge for differentiation • Links to video clips and suggested discussion prompts • Clear lesson objectives with links to the specification and exam papers Perfect for AQA A-Level Sociology Theory & Methods 2, this resource pack covers the Feminist perspective including key concepts, strengths and limitations and how this links back to topics studied during A level sociology. Please note that due to the synoptic links, this lesson has been designed to be taught at the end of the course. It also contains some pre-reading activities and tasks which students are expected to complete prior to the lesson (although this is optional). The pack includes one lesson PowerPoint, designed for 60–90 minutes of teaching time depending on the number of activities selected. It features a combination of teacher-led tasks, independent student activities, and video clips, along with embedded stretch and challenge opportunities to support differentiation. The lesson is designed to run alongside a work booklet, which has a exam section included.
Sociology - Education with Theory and Methods - Methods in ContextQuick View
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Sociology - Education with Theory and Methods - Methods in Context

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This lessons covers ‘Methods in Context’, and is intended for delivery after completing the ‘Education’ and ‘Research Methods’ schemes of work Students apply their understanding of research methods to specific contexts within education. Activities include: ‘Be the researcher’ - design sociological research relating to education Research methods mindmapping Balloon activity - key research participants Discussion around contexts and settings Lucky dip - method and topic This lesson has a heavy focus on exam technique. Students work through 3 scaffolded questions with example paragraphs. Additional example exam questions also included. Example paragraph and essay plan provided at the end (Lesson follows a ‘Be more chef’ model - the lesson takes cooking as an analogy for the starter, main and plenary. The ‘Be more chef’ concept pushes students to go beyond the recipe at the end of the lesson, and strive towards additional independent study)
SOCIOLOGY GCSE: Research Methods WHOLE 7 LESSON UNITQuick View
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SOCIOLOGY GCSE: Research Methods WHOLE 7 LESSON UNIT

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UPDATED FOR 2025 A full unit of work desgined to introduce Y10 students to GCSE Sociology - Research Methods for the first time. This is a series of 7 lessons, including all relevant spec points for both AQA and WJEC GCSE Sociology. These lessons are inspired by recent pedagogy, including the Rosenshine Principles and TLAC techniques. These resources have been praised and approved by experienced Sociology examiners. My resources include: Do now style quizzes with answers Video quizzes with answers Mini-Whiteboard style activities Relevant and up to date news article reference Exam focused extended writing Well structured discussion prompts The lessons build up to a student research project they can complete as part of the curriculum or as homework.
AQA A level Sociology - Theory and Methods 1 - Complete Section - BundleQuick View
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AQA A level Sociology - Theory and Methods 1 - Complete Section - Bundle

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Topic: Theory & Methods 1 Specification link: • quantitative and qualitative methods of research; research design • sources of data, including questionnaires, interviews, participant and non-participant observation, experiments, documents and official statistics • the distinction between primary and secondary data, and between quantitative and qualitative data • the relationship between positivism, interpretivism and sociological methods; the nature of ‘social facts’ • the theoretical, practical and ethical considerations influencing choice of topic, choice of method(s) and the conduct of research What’s included: • 10 × fully editable lesson PowerPoints • 10 × student work booklets (fillable during lessons) • 10 × completed teacher version of the work booklets 6 x Exam question worksheets with Helpful hints 7 x knowledge organisers • A range of engaging tasks including stretch & challenge for differentiation • Links to video clips and suggested discussion prompts • Clear lesson objectives with links to the specification and exam papers Perfect for AQA A-Level Sociology: Theory & Methods 1, this complete set of lessons explores half of the topic of theory and methods including types of data, practical, ethical and theoretical considerations as well as sources of data in general and in the context of education. Designed to save you planning time and engage students, it includes PowerPoints, work booklets, and exam-focused materials ready to use straight away in the classroom. It includes ten lesson PowerPoints, each designed for 60–90 minutes of teaching time, depending on the number of activities chosen. Every lesson features a blend of teacher-led tasks, independent activities, and video clips, with built-in opportunities for stretch and challenge to support differentiation. The lessons are designed to be used alongside work booklets, provided in two versions: • a student copy for learners to complete during lessons • a completed copy for teacher reference or student support The link below contains the same resources but includes additional bonus material. Bonus Material Included • Topic Checklist • Exam Question Booklet https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13393255
Research Methods in Sociology - PET IssuesQuick View
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Research Methods in Sociology - PET Issues

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A lesson introducing students to PET factors Includes: famous research and ethics, PET card sort, lucky dip and forced choice evaluation Part of a ‘Research Methods in Sociology’ scheme of work aimed at Year 12 students. Students work towards designing and carrying out their own piece of sociology research as a final project Powerpoint and student workbook included Separate ‘research project log’ available to download (see shop) (Follows a ‘Be more chef’ model - the lesson takes cooking as an analogy for the starter, main and plenary. The ‘Be more chef’ concept pushes students to go beyond the recipe at the end of the lesson, and strive towards additional independent study)
AQA GCSE Sociology- Research Methods - Case studiesQuick View
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AQA GCSE Sociology- Research Methods - Case studies

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Detailed lesson with lots of scaffolding based on adaptive teaching that help students understand how to describe a case study and how it might be used to investigate sociological issues, explain the advantages and disadvantages of using a case study to investigate sociological issues. Covers the following key terms: Case study, Mixed methods, Triangulation Key terms and studies you should know that link: Secondary vs Primary methods and data, data, Quantitative vs Qualitative data Resources can be found at the end of the PPT Answers to all activities Includes key term and definition sheet for the lessons
Sociology - Research MethodsQuick View
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Sociology - Research Methods

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great resource for revision or lessons - these are quick, concise but understandable notes covers all research methods content - WITHOUT CONTEXT!! topics: Types of data that sociologists use Practical issues Ethical issues Theoretical issues Research process Experiments Questionnaires Interviews Observations Official statistics Documents and content analysis downloaded as a microsoft ppt - with animations AQA A-level/AS level
GCSE Sociology - Research MethodsQuick View
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GCSE Sociology - Research Methods

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Scheme of Work (of powerpoint lessons/worksheets) produced for methods for WJEC/Educas Sociology GCSE - Short Course. I doubt the new spec will be massively different - the lessons are adapatable for AQA and OCR. Quite simple straight forward lessons as well as one 'skittles sampling interactive lesson'. Includes a Homework Booklet too.
Sociology- Sampling MethodsQuick View
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Sociology- Sampling Methods

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A powerpoint with activities to guide learners through the different types of sampling methods and their value in sociology.
AQA A Level Sociology METHODS ASSESSMENTSQuick View
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AQA A Level Sociology METHODS ASSESSMENTS

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This contains assessments for AQA A Level Sociology (new specification) RESEARCH METHODS. Each assessment is a 10 mark ‘Outline and explain’ style question, in total there are six assessments, complete with a generic marking grid. The format can be easily adapted with changes to the question itself to expand the pack to cover all methods. Included is a 10 mark Outline and explain two advantages of: Covert observation Documents Questionnaires and a 10 mark Outline and explain two disadvantages of: Covert observation Documents Questionnaires