SED2601
ASSIGNMENT 2 (YEAR MODULE)
DUE 24 JUNE 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define sociology in your own words:
ANSWER:
Sociology is the study of human society, focusing on how people interact, form groups,
and organize their lives. It examines the structures, patterns, and processes that shape
behavior, relationships, and institutions. Sociology helps us understand how individuals
are influenced by social norms, culture, and institutions, and how they in turn influence
society.
1.2 Describe education according to your understanding:
ANSWER:
Education is the structured process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes
that prepare individuals to participate effectively in society. It occurs formally, such as in
schools and universities, and informally, such as through family, community, and cultural
practices. Education not only develops intellectual abilities but also socializes
individuals, teaching them norms, rules, and responsibilities.
1.3 Explain the following terms and give one example of each
ANSWER:
a) Assimilation (2 marks)
Assimilation is the process by which an individual or group adopts the culture, norms,
ASSIGNMENT 2 (YEAR MODULE)
DUE 24 JUNE 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define sociology in your own words:
ANSWER:
Sociology is the study of human society, focusing on how people interact, form groups,
and organize their lives. It examines the structures, patterns, and processes that shape
behavior, relationships, and institutions. Sociology helps us understand how individuals
are influenced by social norms, culture, and institutions, and how they in turn influence
society.
1.2 Describe education according to your understanding:
ANSWER:
Education is the structured process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes
that prepare individuals to participate effectively in society. It occurs formally, such as in
schools and universities, and informally, such as through family, community, and cultural
practices. Education not only develops intellectual abilities but also socializes
individuals, teaching them norms, rules, and responsibilities.
1.3 Explain the following terms and give one example of each
ANSWER:
a) Assimilation (2 marks)
Assimilation is the process by which an individual or group adopts the culture, norms,
