Introduction to Sociology as a Discipline

Auguste Comte is considered the father of Sociology because he invented the term 'Sociology' in 1842.

The term 'sociology' is derived from the Latin word 'socialis' and the Greek word 'logos'.

Social Structure refers to the actions and behaviors of individuals when others are around.

Culture includes languages, customs, beliefs, rules, arts, knowledge, and collective memories developed by individuals in society.

Socialization is the process through which people are taught to be proficient members of a society.

Educational sociology primarily focuses on the application of economic theories in the field of education.

One of the aims of Educational Sociology is to study the relationship between social agencies like family and school on students.

Educational Sociology is mainly concerned with topics such as technology, agriculture, and sports.

One of the functions of Educational Sociology is to ensure the transmission of social heritage.

According to George Payne, Educational Sociology is mainly focused on describing and explaining individual behavior in isolation from society.