Topic outline

  • ENGLISH LANGUAGE

  • Information about the module

    1. Information about the module


    Name of the module: English language

    University: University of Mohamed Seddik Ben Yahia-Jijel

    Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

    Department: Sociology

    Year: Second year

    Unit: Horizontal Education

    Credit: 01

    Coefficient: 01

    Hourly volume during the semester: 22 hours and 30 minutes

    Weekly hourly volume: 1 hour and 30 minutes (directed work)

    Evaluation method: Continuous monitoring

    Teaching method: Distance

    2. Information about the module Teacher 


    Nom and premom: bouchelaghem hanane 

    E-mail: hanane.bouchelaghem@univ-jijel.dz 


  • Lesson plan


  • module objectives


    1. Learn what sociology is.Learn the basic concepts in sociology.
    2. Know the most important pioneers of sociology.
    3. Understand some rules in the English language.Learn how to write an article in a foreign language.
    4. Know the linking tools used in writing a scientific article.
    5. Students learn the methods andways of translation from and to a foreign language.

  • Pre-acquisition and student achievement assessment


    The student should have general knowledge of the foreign language and knowledge about sociology, concepts, pioneers, and social phenomena. Not to mention English grammar.


  • Sociology

  • Vocabulary of sociology

    Vocabulary

    Vocabulary 2

  • Famous Sociologists

    1.3: The History of Sociology - Social Sci LibreTexts

    • · Auguste Comte: Coined the term "sociology" and advocated for the scientific study of society.
    • · Karl Marx: Analyzed class conflict and the economic foundations of society.
    • · Émile Durkheim: Pioneered the study of social facts, solidarity, and suicide.
    • · Max Weber: Emphasized the role of culture, ideas, and bureaucracy in social change.
    • · W.E.B. Du Bois: Pioneered empirical studies of race and African American life, and co-founded the NAACP.
    • · Harriet Martineau: Early translator of Comte and analyst of American society, gender, and political economy.


  • homework

       Write an article about a pioneer of sociology 

    الآباء الخمسة لعلم الاجتماع – إضاءات

    Very important note: It is necessary to document and write references. Relying on  artificial intelligence gives 0 directly.

    Introduction

    A brief biography of the writer

    His works

    His most important works in the sociological field

    Conclusion

  • Simple present,Simple past and simple future tenses

  • Idioms and phrases

  • Test1

  • how to write an article

    Writing a sociology article involves a specific way of thinking and a structured approach. Here’s a comprehensive guide, from conception to final draft.

    Article

    • How to write an article in sociology 

    • Opened: Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 12:00 AM
      Due: Wednesday, 24 December 2025, 12:00 AM

      Example Outline: A Short Article on Remote Work

      · Title: "Blurred Boundaries: A Qualitative Study of Gender Dynamics in Remote Work During the COVID-19 Pandemic"

      · Intro: Rise of remote work, promise of flexibility, but potential to reinforce traditional gender roles.

      · Lit. Review/Theory: Review of gender division of labor (Hochschild's "second shift"); concept of "boundary work."

      · Methodology: In-depth interviews with 25 heterosexual dual-earner couples with children, conducted via Zoom.

      · Findings:

        · Theme 1: Women more often reported managing childcare interruptions.

        · Theme 2: Home office spaces were gendered (his: dedicated room; hers: kitchen table).

      · Discussion: Remote work did not dismantle gendered labor patterns but relocated and sometimes intensified them. Connects to theory of "flexibility stigma" and persistent cultural schemas.

      · Conclusion: Without intentional policy and household negotiation, remote work may replicate old inequalities in new spaces. Suggests need for organizational and couple-level strategies.

  • Linking words

            

    Here is a short paragraph on social stratification, written for sociology, with linking words in bold:

    Social stratification is a fundamental characteristic of society, whereby individuals are hierarchically ranked. While some theories argue this ranking is based on merit, conflict theorists contend it primarily serves to maintain the power of dominant groups. Economic capital is a key determinant, but cultural and social capital are also crucial. For example, access to elite social networks can lead to better opportunities, thus reinforcing one's position. Therefore, stratification is not simply a natural order but rather a systemic process that perpetuates inequality across generations.

    Key Linking Words Used:

    · whereby: shows the method or manner.

    · While: introduces a contrasting perspective.

    · but / rather: signal a contradiction or clarification.

    · also: adds a complementary point.

    · For example: introduces specific evidence.

    · thus / therefore: indicate a consequence or conclusion.

  • Linking Words Quiz

                                          Mastering the Art of Cohesion- A Linking Words Quiz Challenge - Classful

    • Choose the correct discourse markers to complete the sentences below.

      1A: 'Did he look sad?' B: 'No, , he was really cheerful.'

      2 your question about our mobile rates, I have attached a document where you can see all our rate plans.

      3Well, I think we can declare the meeting closed. , who's going to have lunch at the canteen today?

      4, the most qualified candidates always get the best jobs.

      5I will help him, , he has always been there for me.

      6The interiors are beautiful and , they have designed them themselves.

      7The north of the country is industrialised and rich  the south is quite poor, with an economy based on agriculture.

      8, our objective is improving productivity and product quality at the same time.

      9, we could say that the charity dinner was a success.

      10We'd better find a quick solution to this crisis,  our customers will start to lose faith in us.



  • Phrasal verbs

    • 1. Team Division: Divide the class into small groups (4-5 students each).
      2. Topic Selection: Each group chooses a life theme to focus on, such as:
         · University / School Life.
         · Travel & Preparing for a Trip.
         · Social Relationships (Friendship, Solving Problems).
         · Work & Projects.
         · Health & Sports.
         · Technology & Social Media.
  • How to write summary

    • Summary writing is a technique to make the passage short and concise. This quiz will provide valuable tips on summary writing in the form of MCQs with answers. The quiz contains easy, medium, or hard questions that will ensure you get a grip on the art of summary writing. After taking the quiz, you will be well-versed with the concept and rules of summary writing. If you find the quiz helpful, share it with others. All the best!

  • Present Perfect and Past Perfect

    • Opened: Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 12:00 AM
      Due: Wednesday, 26 February 2025, 12:00 AM



      1. They  (live) in Australia since 1989.

      2. He  (wait) for hours.

      3. She  (work) in this company for ten years.

      4. They  (go) on a trip to Jamaica before moving to Paris.

      5. She  (cut) her hair but she didn't like it.

      6. Where  (be/you) ?

      7. They  (study) Spanish for 5 years when at university.

      8. He  (work) here since last spring when he had an accident.

      9. He  (not go) to Spain since 1981 but he did last year.

      10. I  (read) this book for 4 hours.

      11. My car  (to steal).

      12. They  (not come) to his party because they were sick.

      13. He  (not teach) French till 2002 when he was asked to do so.

      14. She  (write) good books for years.


  • references

    1. Åfarli, T. A., & Mæhlum, B. (Eds.). (2014). The Sociolinguistics of Grammar. John Benjamins.
    2. Aarts, Bas. 2008. English Syntax and Argumentation (3rd edition). Houndmills and New York: Palgrave MacMillan.
    3. American Heritage. 2006. The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language (4th edition). Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin Company.
    4. Austin, J. L. 1965. How to Do Things with Words. Oxford University Press.
    5. Azar, Betty Schrampfer. 2002. Understanding and Using English Grammar (3rd edition). Pearson Longman.
    6. Bailey, Charles James Nice. 1996. Essays on Time-Based Linguistic Analysis. Oxford: Clarendon Press; New York: Oxford University Press.
    7. Baugh, Albert C. 1963. A History of the English Language (2nd edition). New York: Appleton-Century-Crofts
    8. · Fishman, J. A., & García, O. (Eds.). (2010). The Handbook of Language and Ethnic Identity (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press. 
    9. · Ehrlich, S., Meyerhoff, M., & Holmes, J. (Eds.). (2014). The Handbook of Language, Gende and Sexuality (2nd ed.). .