The Family: Functions, Diversity, and Sociological Perspectives

From 41 C$ /h

This Sociology class focuses on the topic “The Family”, one of the core areas in Sociology that helps students understand how family structures, roles, and relationships shape society. Students will learn how families are defined, how they function, and how they have changed over time in modern societies.

The lesson covers key sociological perspectives including Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism, and Postmodernism, enabling students to critically evaluate the role of the family in both traditional and contemporary contexts. It also explores different family types such as nuclear, extended, single-parent, reconstituted, and same-sex families, with real-life examples to support understanding.

This class is designed for students preparing for major international Sociology examinations, including:

AQA GCSE Sociology (8192) – Paper 2: The Sociology of Families
AQA A-Level Sociology (7192) – Paper 2: Topics in Sociology (Families and Households)
OCR GCSE Sociology (J203) – Socialization, Culture and Identity (Family content included)
OCR A-Level Sociology (H580) – Paper 2: Sociological Themes (Families and Households section)
Cambridge IGCSE Sociology (0495) – Paper 1 (Theory & Methods) and Paper 2 (Social Structures, including Family)

Students will practice exam-style questions, learn how to structure high-scoring answers, and develop evaluation skills required for marks in short-answer and essay-based papers.

By the end of the class, students will be able to confidently explain, apply, and evaluate sociological theories of the family and perform effectively in exam questions across different exam boards.

Extra information

This class is exam-focused, meaning every topic is directly linked to questions that appear in real Sociology exams (GCSE, IGCSE, and A-Level).
You will be expected to learn key sociologists and use them in answers, such as Murdock, Parsons, Engels, Oakley, and Stacey.
A strong answer is not just description—you must also evaluate different viewpoints (e.g., strengths and weaknesses of Functionalism, Feminism, etc.).
You should practice using the PEEL structure (Point, Explain, Evidence, Link) for long-answer questions.
Exam questions may include scenario-based application, so you will learn how to apply theories to real-life family examples.
Regular practice of timed essay writing is important for improving exam performance.
You will receive past-paper style questions and model answers to help you understand how marks are awarded.
Key exam boards and paper codes covered in this course:
AQA GCSE Sociology (8192) – Paper 2
AQA A-Level Sociology (7192) – Paper 2
OCR GCSE Sociology (J203)
OCR A-Level Sociology (H580) – Paper 2
Cambridge IGCSE Sociology (0495) – Papers 1 & 2
Students are encouraged to take notes in structured headings (definitions, theories, evaluation, examples) for easier revision.
This topic is highly likely to appear in exams, so consistent revision of key concepts is essential for achieving higher grades.

Location

Online from Pakistan

About Me

I am an experienced and dedicated educator with a strong background in teaching English and social sciences to students of different age groups and learning levels. Over the years, I have taught both online and offline, helping learners improve their language skills, academic understanding, and confidence in communication.

My teaching approach is student centered, focusing on clear explanations, interactive learning, and practical examples that make concepts easier to understand and apply. I adapt my lessons according to each student’s needs, whether they are preparing for exams, improving grammar, or building overall fluency.

I believe in creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making progress at their own pace. My goal is to help each learner achieve measurable improvement and long term success.

Education

Master’s in Education with 18+ years of teaching experience in English and Social Sciences across online and offline settings, supporting students in developing strong language skills, academic understanding, and exam preparation success.

Experience / Qualifications

18+ years teaching experience in English, Business Studies, and Social Sciences; MA Education; certified in business analysis and management.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

English as a second language (esl)

School

English for adults

Sociology

Social studies

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Tue

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08-12

12-16

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20-24

Speak English Like Real Life – No Textbook Conversations

63 C$ /h

Build confidence in speaking English naturally and clearly in real-life situations. This class is designed for students, professionals, and English learners who want to improve communication skills, public speaking, pronunciation, and speaking fluency.

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英語を学ぶことは、単語を覚えることではなく、自分を表現する力を育てることです。
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**English**

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I'm a native English speaker from the US with a B.S. and M.S. from NYU and a background in professional writing and editing.
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As soon as you book your session, don't worry about your child's homework.

Fun lessons led by educational games, to learn grammatical rules, verb conjugation and especially communication.

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