The nature and concept of Sociology as a ScienceCulture, Society and the IndividualThe development of Social TheorySocial stratification and social classThe state, government, power and politicsGender, Family, Education, ReligionThe social origins of physical education and sportThe application of sociological theories to physical education and sportThe impact of social structures and social context on people's experience of and participation in physical education
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