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Get faster at matching terms Social construction of Reality; Sociological research; Socialization and the life course; Elements of Social Structure; Agents of Socialization. Terms in this set (97)What appears real is a function of perspective; the action is real, but the perspective shapes the meaning. This is our_________________ Social Construction of Reality What is the Sociological Imagination and who developed it? developed by C. Wright Mills. This is an awareness of the relationship between an individual and the wider society, both today and in the past. What allows us to see the connection between Agency and the Social structure; that society structures limit our capacity to act (agency) by setting parameters on what actions are acceptable; and why is this connection important to recognize? The Sociological Imagination and By seeing this connection between us and the social system, we can see how it can be the source of problems and issues. What is a Perspective? an angle on reality; a conceptual framework used to order a physical reality; a particular mental 'point of view' shaped by our society and experiences. What is a Theory? a set of statements that seeks to explain problems, actions, or behavior. An effective theory may have both __________ and __________ power. Therefore it can help us do what? Explanatory and Predictive Power What is the main idea behind the Interactionist Perspective? They study microsociology (immediate contact). Generalize about everyday forms of social interaction in order to explain society as a whole. Human beings are viewed as living in a world of meaningful objects. View symbols as especially important since symbols have a shared meaning that is understood by all members of society. Who are some Proponents of the Interactionist Perspective? First developed by George Herbert Mead, and Erving Goffman popularized a specific type of Interactionist method known as the dramaturgical approach (people are seen as theatrical performers) What type of perspective views society as active in influencing and affecting everyday social interaction. They focus mainly on face-to-face interactions and non verbal communication. Their view of the individual is that people manipulate symbols and create their social worlds through interaction. Interactionist's
how do Interactionists believe the social order is maintained? They believe the social order is maintained by shared understanding of everyday behavior and that social change is reflected in people's social positions and their communication with others. What perspective is this example based upon: people respect laws or disobey them based on their own past experience.
Interactionists What is the main idea behind the Conflict Perspective? Analyze on a macro level. They assume that social behavior is best understood in terms of tension between groups over power or the allocation of resources, including housing, money, access to services, and political representation. They hold true to the idea that conflict is inevitable. Who are some Proponents of the Conflict Perspective? Karl Marx, W.E.B. DuBois, and Ida Wells-Barnett are all proponents of the conflict theory. What type of perspective views society as characterized by tension, struggle, and competition between groups; focusing on Inequality, Capitalism, and stratification. Conflict theorists How do Conflict theorists believe the social order is maintained? They believe the social order is maintained through force and coercion and social change takes place all the time and may have positive consequences. What perspective is this example based upon: Laws reinforce the position of those in power. Conflict Theorists Why do we need Sociological Research? So we don't fully rely on common sense which is influenced by opinions. Sociological research is supported by fact, and informs a lot of professional opinions. What are the steps to the Scientific Method? • Define the problem What is the relationship between the condition or variable and a particular consequence, with one event leading to the other known as? Causality What are the types of Variables? Independent, Dependent, and Control Which variable is hypothesized to cause or influence another. Independent. The researcher believes that the ____1___ variable causes a change in the _____2____ variable. 1- Independent What is a Hypothesis? a speculative statement about the relationship between two or more factors known as variable. A researcher in sociology might anticipate that the availability of affordable housing (X) affects the level of homelessness in a community (Y). Hypothesis what is a Spurious Relationship? a relationship that appears to exist at face value, but that disappears when you control for another variable the sample has to be roughly __________ to the population to be statistically representative. proportionate Whats the difference between Quantitative and Qualitative research? Qualitative, we have a deeper understanding because it deals with more observation, but we don't have the breadth of Quantitative which deals with more surveys. Microsociology ← → Macrosociology Micro: Smaller slices of social life. Looking at immediate contact. What are the aspects of your immediate environment that shape your perception. What are some issues in sociological research? Validity, Reliability, Ethics, Controversial Topics. Why are Controversial topics an issue in Sociological Research? Because hard to study and hard to reach the people. How would you access such groups? You would have to do some illegal activity. Hard to keep it confidential if the law wants to see it. Why should Sociology be Value Free? who developed this idea? Max weber developed the value free thinking because values result in bias and bias skews objectivity or results. And Sociologists have to be able to take a step back from bias and see the whole picture. What is the the process by which people learn the characteristics of their social group(s) known as? Socialization what is Nature V. Nurture all about? Heredity versus the environment. To what extent are we shaped by each factor. what is the focus that socialization is a life long process. Look closely at the social factors that influence people throughout their lives. The life course approach What is a graduation ceremony or initiation into an organization known as? and why are these events important? A rite of passage; important because its a means of dramatizing and validating changes in a person's status. What is the process of learning new norms and discarding former behavior patterns known as? Resocialization. What is Anticipatory Socialization? An example? anticipating or rehearsing for future occupations, and social relationships. (high school → college) Berger and Luckmann defined two types of socialization a person undergoes, what are they? Primary and Secondary ___1_____ is the primary socialization agent, through which we learn to _____2______. 1. Family Primary socialization is: the first socialization an individual undergoes in childhood, through which he becomes a member of society. Primary socialization ends when.... the concept of the generalized other has been established in the consciousness of the individual. Secondary socialization is.... any subsequent process that inducts an already socialized individual into new sectors of the objective world of his society. What is the Looking Glass Self? and what are the steps? developed by Cooley, we learn who we are by interacting with others. • First, we imagine how we present ourselves to others (the teacher criticized me) How can the Looking Glass Self be detrimental? It can result in developing self-identities based on incorrect perceptions. What are the Stages of Self Development created by George Herbert Mead? 1. Preparatory Stage In which Stage of Self Development does the child begin to learn to use symbols by mimicking those around them?
Preparatory Stage In which Stage of Self Development does the child begin role taking thereby mentally assuming perspectives of others? Play Stage In which Stage of Self Development does the child learn organized rules and procedures, according to society's norms. and develop the ability to take on the role of multiple others at once to assume multiple perspectives thereby understanding the 'Generalized Other'? Game Stage What is the Generalized Other? and what Stage of Self Development does this occur? "the attitudes, viewpoints, and expectations of an organized community, social group, or society as a whole". and it occurs in the Game Stage. What would the action of making it look like you are working when your boss walks by be an example of? Impression Management: slanting the presentation of the self in order to create distinctive appearances and satisfy particular audiences. Front stage V. Backstage Front stage is what we present to others, the world. What are the major Agents of Socialization? 1. Family _____1___ is the most important agent of socialization where Children learn _____2______, Through observation. 1.
Family School teaches.... children values and customs of the larger society (functionalist), but also foster competition because of built-in reward and punishment systems (conflict). And how to interact on a more social/surface level. Social interaction and Social structure is how..... We respond to other's behavior based on the meaning we attach to his/her actions learned through society. Micro V. Macro. What are the Elements of Social Structure? 1. Status What is Status defined as and what are the two types? socially
defined positions within a large group or society. What is a Role? set of expectations for people who occupy a given social position or status. Role's contribute to a society's stability by enabling members to anticipate the behavior of others and to pattern their actions accordingly. Navajo nation officers practicing peacemaking, however if they didn't make arrests, other law enforcement officers would think they were soft is an example of Role _________ Strain: difficulty that arises when the same social position imposes conflicting demands and expectations. Male preschool teachers, or female cops are examples of Role _________ fConflict: when incompatible expectations arise from two or more social positions held by the same person. What are Groups defined as? any number of people who have similar norms, values and expectations who interact with one another on a regular basis. We take on special meanings when we interact within groups designed for people with a particular status. __________ link the individual with society and construct the definition of "us" and "them". Groups Social Institutions are.... organized patterns or beliefs and behavior centered on basic social needs, such as replacing personnel and preserving order. Looking at social institutions gives sociologists insight into the structure of a society. EX: Religion adapts to the segment of society that it serves. Functionalists view Social institutions as a way to ...... meet basic social needs What are the functional prerequisites that a society must accomplish if it is to survive according to Functionalists? (5) 1. Replacing Personnel Conflict Theorists view Social institutions as a way to ...... meet basic social needs. Major institutions help to maintain the privileges of the most powerful individuals and groups within a society, while contributing to the powerlessness of others. public schools in the US are financed largely through property taxes. This allows more affluent areas to provide their children with better-equipped schools and better-paid teachers than low-income areas can afford. This is an example of a _____________ view of the social institution of Education. Conflict Theorist Interactionists view Social institutions as a way to ...... foster everyday behavior, and influence the roles and statuses we accept. Social networks... link social interaction with social structure. They can center on virtually any activity from sharing job information to exchanging news and gossip. What is a Bureaucracy? component of formal organization that uses rules and hierarchical ranking to achieve efficiency. What are the five characteristics of a Bureaucracy? 1. Division of Labor Each person does a specific thing, or specific set of tasks. All part of the bigger picture, but split up. Expertise in a larger organization. Encourages alienation because of the dissociation from the surrounding society. Produces efficiency in a large-scale corporation. This describes what characteristic of a Bureaucracy? Division of Labor Clarifies who is in command, deprives employees of a voice indecision making and permits concealment of mistakes. This describes what characteristic of a Bureaucracy? Hierarchy of Authority Very legalized, a legal foundation, contracts. Takes away the notion of trust. Lets workers know what is expected of them, however suppresses initiative and imagination therefore leading to goal displacement. This describes what characteristic of a Bureaucracy? Written rules and Regulations reduces bias but contributes to feelings of alienation and discourages loyalty to the company. This describes what characteristic of a Bureaucracy? Impersonality There is specific standards of performance that allow measurability. This discourages favoritism and reduces petty rivalries, but also discourages ambition to improve oneself elsewhere thereby fostering the Peter principle (every employee within a hierarchy tends to rise to his or her level of incompetence). This describes what characteristic of a Bureaucracy? Employment based on technical Qualifications Bureaucratization is... the process by which a group, organization, or social movement becomes increasingly bureaucratic. What is McDonaldization? the mass influence of fast food organization on modern-day culture and social life. observed by George Ritzer What are the Characteristics of McDonaldization? • Efficiency: an optimal method for accomplishing a task. what is the Irrationality of Rationality? Irrational to be too predictable and in control. We turn into robots with the four processes. Lead customers and employees to feel alienated, where does the individual come in? the feel of becoming a number, being robbed of individual identity → the iron cage of rationality. What is Culture? The totality of learned, socially transmitted customs, knowledge, material objects, and behavior; a system of meaning (ideas, values, and beliefs) shared by a particular group of people. Culture V. Society • Culture involves socially transmitted patterns and meanings Language • Language is the basis for culture to exist; the basis for shared meanings. If you speak in the same language you can share perspective. Values Collective standards by which people define what is desirable or undesirable, good or bad, proper or improper in a culture. Norms Established standards of behavior maintained by a society Sanctions Penalties and rewards for conduct concerning a social norm Mores Norms deemed highly necessary to the welfare of a society. American Values • Achievement: Success, the reach for upward mobility, to better our chances for success Ethnocentrism ← → Cultural Relativism • Ethnocentrism: making value judgments
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Which sociological perspective emphasizes the way in which the parts of society are structured to maintain its stability?he functionalist perspective emphasizes the way in which parts of a society are structured to maintain its stability.
Which perspective would state that people and their personalities are formed through the way in which they interact with and react to their social world?Which perspective would state that people are formed through the way in which they interact with and react to their social world? The conflict perspective emphasizes the way in which the parts of a society are structured to maintain its stability.
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