Bacj 134:Sociology For Jounalists Question Paper
Bacj 134:Sociology For Jounalists
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 1ST TRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 134
UNIT TITLE : SOCIOLOGY FOR JOURNALISTS
TIME : 2 HOURS
Instructions
Answer question one and any other two.
Question One
Define the term sociology. Further highlight the three main levels that the study of sociology tries to illuminate.
(5 marks)
What is Sociological Imaginations?
(2 marks)
According to Auguste Comte, there are three stages that form the basis for the production of knowledge about society. Briefly explain these three stages.
(6 marks)
Define the following terms:
Social Structure
Anomie
Proletariat
Mechanical Solidarity
Micro sociology.
(10 marks)
Discuss any one of the three modern sociological theories.
(3 marks)
Identify four benefits of sociology in our lives.
(4 marks)
Question Two
Define social change.
(2 marks)
The development of social organizations and institutions from hunting and gathering to agrarian to modern industrial societies can be accounted
for by many factors. With examples, briefly explain the three broad categories of factors that can account for this progressive social change. (9 marks)
The industrialized and developing societies of the world have developed an interconnection with one another and are today more closely related than even before. Using clear examples highlight and explain three scenarios that display the emergence of a global culture.
(9 marks)
Question Three
Define the following terms:
Socialization.
(2 marks)
Agencies of socialization.
(2 marks)
Briefly explain the four key agencies of socialization.
(8 marks)
Jean Piaget distinguishes four main stages in the development of the child’s capability to make sense of the world. Explain the four stages.
(8 marks)
Question Four
In the 21st century, communication technology requires that information is shared instantaneously by millions of people simultaneously. In light of this, explain the five most important social functions of the media as proposed by media theorist Denis Mccfuani (2000).
(10 marks)
In a world that is fast-changing, the internet can be seen as the new global order. Explain five ways in which the internet is impacting our society.
(10 marks)
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