Social System

Chandima Jayasena
NISD
Learning outcome

 To define social systems

 To demonstrate different social systems
 Person-in-Enviornment
 Ecological Theory

 To identify application of Social work

 To identify role of Social worker
Definitions of Social Systems
Social Systems by Talcott Parsons

 It is Talcott Parsons who has given the concept of ‘system’ current in modern sociology.
Social system refers to’ an orderly arrangement, an inter relationships of parts. In the
arrangement, every part has a fixed place and definite role to play. The parts are bound by
interaction. System signifies, thus, patterned relationship among constituent parts of a
structure which is based on functional relations and which makes these parts active and
binds them into reality.
 It consists in mutual inter action and interrelation of individuals and of the structure
formed by their relations. It is not time bound. It is different from an aggregate of people
and community. According to Lapiere, “The term society refers not to group of people, but
to the complex pattern of the norms of inter action that arises among and between them.
Cont…

 Applying these conclusions to society, social system may be described as an arrangement

of social interactions based on shared norms and values. Individuals constitute it, and each
has place and function to perform within it. In the process, one influences the other; groups
are formed and they gain influence, numerous subgroup come into existence.

 But all of these are coherent. They function as a whole. Neither individual, nor the group
can function in isolation. They are bound in oneness, by norms and values, culture and
shared behaviour. The pattern that thus comes into existence becomes the social system.
Social Systems in Society
Elements of Social System
Different Systems in Society
Macro level Systems
Definition of Social Work
Ecological System Theory
Ecological Theory
Applications of the Systems Perspectives
Ecological Model
Historical Development of Person-in-
Environment Approach
Theoretical Framework of Bronfenberner
 Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory is one of the most accepted explanations regarding the influence
of social environments on human development. This theory argues that the environment you grow up in
affects every facet of your life. Social factors determine your way of thinking, the emotions you feel, and
your likes and dislikes.
 If you change your environment, you’ll change. If you move to another country with a different culture, your
identity will certainly change. The same can happen if your social role within one of the five systems
changes.

 The five systems include:

Different Systems

 Microsystem: Made up of the groups that have direct contact with the
 Mesosystem: The relationships between the groups from the first system.
 Exosystem: Factors that affect an individual’s life but, the elements of this system don’t
have a direct relationship with the individual.
 Macrosystem: Contains those cultural elements that affect the individual and everyone
around them.
 Chronosystem: The stage of life that the individual is in regarding the situations they’re
going through.
 To get idea video
 https://slideplayer.com/slide/5792608/

 Theoretical Framework
 https://www.scu.edu/oml/about-us/theoretical-framework/
 Applications of Bronfenburner’s theory in class room

 Bronfenbrenner’s Model Applied in the Classroom

 Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Model can be useful to help understand the student’s learning
environments and to establish quality learning environments. (5.0) One way I can do this is by recognizing I am
are a part of my student's microsystem. As a part of this system I needs to be a positive role model for the students
to look up to. One way to succeed in this is to follow through on all commitments and listen to their students. This
shows how students should act towards one another. I am able to help with the interactions with the mesosystem.
With this interaction, I am able to better understand the home life of each student to make a closer environment.
This is possible by giving the students projects or theories that are important to the math class and in the next math
classes. Then, having a night where the students will present their projects when the parents are available. They will
be able to see what their students have learned and all of their hard work. The interaction at a program like this can
strengthen the mesosystem and help for the educator to understand the students learning environment by seeing and
interacting with the students parents.
 Application of Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Theory Model

 Through OML's values (Celebrate, Contemplate, and Commit) we look at each individual student and how
their environment impacts them. OML’s programs and services are intended to help students understand
themselves and others around them on campus. OML considers the various aspects of Bronfenbrenner’s
Ecological Theory as we discern what may be most helpful for SCU students and the SCU community.
Specifically we examine the following:
 How do immediate relationships affect the individual student (microsystem)?
 What is the relationship and impact between a student’s immediate relationships and other external
relationships that may have an effect on the student (mesosystem)?
 How do organizations/processes external to the student influence their decisions and direction (exosystem)?
 How does a student’s overarching values and beliefs leverage their decision making process (macrosystem)?
 What effect does a student’s year in school have on their growth and understanding of themselves and others
around them (chronosystem)?
Change orientation
Applications of Social System
Role of Social Worker
Reference

 What is Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory? (2019, May 3). Retrieved August 6,
2019,
 from https://www.psychologynoteshq.com/bronfenbrenner-ecological-theory/
 .