ind. Flashcards
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Society is made up of social structures and social relations that functions together for the good of the whole society. The need for social cohesion is the driving force of society.
general statement in the functionalism
Seek to understand the roots of social stability and consensus.
sociologist in the functionalism
Occurs through evolution, as institutions gradually shift to reflect new norms and values.
social changes in the functionalism
Members of a society should be socialized to accept shared norms and values because they encourage cohesion
socialized in the functionalism
Although some people may have greater social status or wealth than others, we are all rewarded fairly for our contributions to society.
social status in the functionalism
Society is characterized by conflict between different groups competing for their interests. The economy is the driving force of society.
General statement in conflict theory
examine who benefits from the unequal relations of society.
sociologist in conflict theory
Because society is unequal, children from working-class families do not have access to the same socialization experiences as those from middle and upper- class backgrounds.
socialization in conflict theory
occurs through revolution, as a result of marginalized people fighting for social justice.
social changes in conflict theory
Privileged members of society seek to maintain power, wealth and social status through the oppression of others. Those in power use social institutions to make sure they stay in power.
social status in conflict theory
Social order is based on how well we learn to develop our identities through our interactions with others.
General statement in symbolic interactionism
emphasized as the process through which we develop a sense of self through our interactions with others—how we develop a sense of self through other’s eyes.
socialization in symbolic interactionism
can learn a great deal by exploring face-to-face interactions.
Sociologists in symbolic interactionism
occurs when the meanings of the labels and symbols that shape our interactions change.
Social change in symbolic interactionism
Our everyday encounters with others shape and reinforce our assumptions
social status in symbolic interactionism
Society is characterized by inequalities based on gender and other social categories. Social institutions privilege men’s interests and marginalize women.
General statement in feminism
have much to learn from the experiences of women and other marginalized groups.
Sociologists in feminism
We are socialized to accept gender roles that dictate what is “normal” for a man or woman.
socialize in feminism
Individuals cannot be understood on the basis of a single social status; different social categories intersect to shape our experiences.
social status in feminism
should focus on challenging social inequality. But challenges to gender inequality needs to address all forms of social inequalities.
social changes in feminism
