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Introduction to the disciplines of applied social science

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This document introduces the disciplines of applied social science. It defines social science as the systematic study of social phenomena and human societies, cultures, institutions, and interpersonal relationships. The document outlines five core social science disciplines: anthropology, economics, sociology, history, and criminology. It then defines applied social science as an integrated field that addresses contemporary social issues using insights from multiple disciplines. Finally, it identifies counseling and social work as two disciplines of applied social science.

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INTRODUCTION TO THE DISCIPLINES OF APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE Joyce L. Andrada Grade 12 Humss 5 October 17, 2018 Victorias National High School Yap Quina St. Victorias City , Negros Occidental
Social Science  are disciplines concerned with the systematic study o social phenomena.  it is a branch of science that deals with the institutions , the functioning of human society , and the interpersonal relationship if individuals as members of the society.
DISCIPLINE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE 1. Anthropology – the study of human societies and cultures and their development. 2. Economics – the branch of knowledge concerned with the production , consumption , and transfer of wealth. 3. Sociology – the study of the development; structure , and functioning of human society.
4. History – the study of past events, particularly in human affairs. 5. Criminology – the scientific study of crime as a social phenomenom, of criminals, and of penal treatment.
APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE  is an integrated cutting across and transcending various social science disciplines in addressing a wide range of issue in a contemporary, innovative and dynamic way.  It aims at pressenting a well – developed understanding of social systems, social theory and social policy.
DISCIPLINES OF APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE 1. Counseling – the provision of assistance and guidance in resolving personal , social , or psychological problems and difficulties , especially by a proffesional. 2. SocialWork – work carried out by trained personnel with the aim of alleviating the conditions of those in need of help or welfare.

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Introduction to the disciplines of applied social science

  • 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE DISCIPLINES OF APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE Joyce L. Andrada Grade 12 Humss 5 October 17, 2018 Victorias National High School Yap Quina St. Victorias City , Negros Occidental
  • 2. Social Science  are disciplines concerned with the systematic study o social phenomena.  it is a branch of science that deals with the institutions , the functioning of human society , and the interpersonal relationship if individuals as members of the society.
  • 3. DISCIPLINE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE 1. Anthropology – the study of human societies and cultures and their development. 2. Economics – the branch of knowledge concerned with the production , consumption , and transfer of wealth. 3. Sociology – the study of the development; structure , and functioning of human society.
  • 4. 4. History – the study of past events, particularly in human affairs. 5. Criminology – the scientific study of crime as a social phenomenom, of criminals, and of penal treatment.
  • 5. APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE  is an integrated cutting across and transcending various social science disciplines in addressing a wide range of issue in a contemporary, innovative and dynamic way.  It aims at pressenting a well – developed understanding of social systems, social theory and social policy.
  • 6. DISCIPLINES OF APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE 1. Counseling – the provision of assistance and guidance in resolving personal , social , or psychological problems and difficulties , especially by a proffesional. 2. SocialWork – work carried out by trained personnel with the aim of alleviating the conditions of those in need of help or welfare.