SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION

1. FAMILY

Nuclear/ Monogamous  Family: Consists of two parents and their children living together. 
 Extended Family: Includes additional relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. 
Single-Parent Family: One parent raises one or more children, often due to divorce, separation, or the death of a partner. 
 Blended Family: Formed when one or both partners in a relationship have children from previous relationships, and they come together to form a new family unit. 
Childless Family: Couples who do not have children, either by choice or due to circumstances. 
 Foster Family: A temporary family setting where children are placed in a home due to various circumstances, providing care until they can be reunited with their biological families or adopted. 
Adoptive Family: Families formed through the legal adoption of children who are not biologically related to them. 
 Manandrous family 
This is when a woman marries one man. The woman is in control of the household and the children belong to her. 
 Polygamous family: A man marries more than one wife. The man has control over the members and the household. Common in African societies. 
Polyandrous family: The woman marries several men at a time and they belong to her domain. She controls them. 

1.1. FAMILY FUCTION

Family functions refer to the various roles and responsibilities that families fulfill in society. The functions are essential for the well-being of individuals and the overall stability of society. Here are some key functions of a family: 
Emotional psychological Support: Families provide love, care, and emotional security, helping members develop a sense of belonging and self-worth. 
Socialization: Families play a crucial role in teaching children societal norms, values, and behaviors, helping them learn how to interact with others. 
Economic Support: Families often share resources and provide financial assistance, contributing to the economic stability of their members. 
 Reproduction/ Child bearing: Families are responsible for producing and rising the next generation, ensuring the continuation of society. 
 Education: Families serve as the primary educators of children, imparting knowledge, skills, and cultural heritage. 
Protection and Security: Families offer a safe environment, protecting members from external threats and providing a sense of security. 
 Social Identity: Families contribute to an individual’s identity, influencing their social roles, cultural background, and community connections. 
 Values and Beliefs: Parents and family members instill cultural, moral, and educational values, which influence a child's attitude toward learning, their work ethic, and their approach to challenges. 
Health and Well-being: Families contribute to the physical and mental well-being of children by ensuring proper nutrition, sleep, and health care. This directly affects a child's ability to concentrate, learn, and succeed academically.