Lesson Title: Understanding Culture in Sociology

Grade Level: High School / Introductory College Sociology

Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives:

1. Define culture and understand its components (values, norms, symbols, language).

2. Explore how culture shapes behavior, identity, and social interaction.

3. Analyze the role of subcultures and countercultures.

4. Identify examples of cultural diversity and cultural change.

Materials Needed:

• Projector or screen

• Internet connection

• Pre-selected video clips on culture, subcultures, and social norms

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)

• Start with a quick discussion: “What is culture?”

• Prompt students to think about culture beyond just traditions or artifacts. Highlight that culture includes language, values, norms, symbols, and behaviors.

2. Video 1: Defining Culture (10 minutes)

• Clip: Culture – CrashCourse Sociology #2 (about 10 minutes)

• Discussion:

• After the video, ask students: “What are the main components of culture according to this video?”

• Discuss examples of symbols, language, values, and norms students observe in their daily lives.