ORTEGA, Kyle Nikko T.

Please answer the following questions on BB Learn Assignment. (Computerized)

1. What is Sociology?

- the study of the development, structure, and functioning of human society.

2. Give the importance of Sociology.

Sociology studies role of the institutions in the development of the individuals

Study of sociology is indispensable for understanding and planning of society
Sociology is of great importance in the solution of social problems
Sociology has drawn our attention to the intrinsic worth and dignity of man
Sociology has changed our outlook with regard to the problems of crime
Sociology has made great contribution to enrich human culture
Sociology is of great importance in the solution of international problems
The value of sociology lies in the fact that it keeps us update on modern situations

3. Is there a relationship between Sociology and other Social Sciences? Explain.

- Yes. Sociology is a science of society. As a social science, it attempts to study social life as a
whole. But for the understanding of social life as a whole sociology requires the help of other
social sciences which studies a particular aspect of society. Economics studies the economic
aspects whereas political science studies political aspects. Sociology is considered as the mother
of social sciences. Besides sociology synthesizes other social sciences. Hence there exists a very
close and intimate relationship between Sociology and other social sciences. For our precise
understanding of the relationship between sociology and other social sciences

4. Enumerate the methods in conducting a sociological inquiry. Give examples.

Ideas
Deductive reasoning
Data
Inductive reasoning

Cite your sources or bibliography.

http://www.sociologyguide.com/introduction-to-sociology/importance-of-
sociology.php
http://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/sociology/the-relationship-of-sociology-with-other-
social-sciences/6248/
http://www.ssc.wisc.edu/~jpiliavi/357/lect1.pdf