A PowerPoint discussion of issues surrounding Divorce by David Bown. Having viewed this slide show the student should be aware: That during the last century, the divorce rate increased dramatically. That the divorce rate refers to the number of divorces per thousand married couples. That divorce peaked in1993 at 180,000 per annum. Currently, one in every two new marriages ends in divorce (51.5%). That many couples separate without divorcing. That large numbers of empty shell marriages exist. That high divorce rates are a global phenomenon.

Are conjugal roles changing? Have viewed this slide show the student should be aware of: The changing roles perspective suggesting a growth of the companionate conjugal couple. The impact of employment and unemployment upon the division of labour. How women still undertake the bulk of domestic tasks. How technology and living standards are impacting upon roles. How power and authority relations still operate in ways that benefit men. Ideas of the 'triple shift' through recognition of emotion work.

Preparing for WJEC AS Unit 1 Acquiring Culture: Option 1 - Families and Culture Guide and tips for students preparing for the exam.

AS Unit One Acquiring Culture; Family and Culture Family Dysfunctions Having viewed this slide show the student should be aware of: The dysfunctions of the family. Radical Psychiatrists and the dark side of family life. Conflict and violence in the family. Abuse within the family. Debates about whether the family is in decline.

An analysis of the functions of the family and the nature of changes in family structure.

Practice questions using the new command words. Examination style questions for youth and culture

Defining the family. Objectives of this powerpoint: After viewing this slide show the student should be aware of: Why the family is important in acquiring culture. How the family may be defined. Is the family universal?

Sociological theme: Changing family structure Worksheet including: Key skills: Application of number Communication ICT Sociological skill: Interpreting data Conducting research

Sociological theme: Family life and expenditure Worksheet including: Key skills: Application of number Sociological skill: Interpreting data Evaluation

Sociological theme: Caring and family structure Worksheet including: Key skills: Application of number Communication Sociological skill: Interpreting data Evaluation

Sociological theme: Parents and adult children Worksheet including: Key skills: Communication Sociological skill: Interpreting data

Sociological theme: Teenage Pregnancy Key skills: Application of number Communication ICT Sociological skill: Interpreting data Conducting research

Sociological theme: Women, Parenting and Work Key skills: Application of number Communication Sociological skill: Interpreting data

What you may need to be familiar with in studying this course. A guide to students as to what they will be learning over the course and what they need to learn. This could also be used by teachers as a guide to planning lessons.

Strategies that will help a student towards success. A powerpoint presentation on general tips and advice for the student.

WJEC AS Level Sociology, Unit One: Introductory Core This is a list of concepts that the student should understand and be able to explain using relevant examples and with reference to sociological knowledge. This list can be printed for student folders and display

Summary notes looking at the purpose of socialisation for society. A powerpoint presentation on socialisation.

A lesson plan and stimulus sheets to encourage communication key skills.

Key theorists in their own words, to learn and revise. Guide for teachers for the poster making activity. Includes pictures of each theorist.

Map of concepts and ideas on tradition in Social Theory. A mind map or flow chart outlining traditions in Social Theory. Could be used as a revision aid, to summarise the topic or as a poster to aid learning.