Society Flashcards
(45 cards)
What is the definition of society?
group of people involved in interpersonal relationships
e.g. school
What is primary socialisation?
during childhood, mainly through family
e.g. playing sports in garden with family
What is secondary socialisation?
teenagers through schools/peer group/media
e.g. school sports team
What is social control?
ways people thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are regulated in societies
can’t by alcohol at football matches
What is social change?
alterations to society over time
e.g. paralympics
What is social stratification?
system of rankings within society
e.g. by wealth, power etc
team order: a,b,c
What types of sport do upper/middle classes play?
high cost of entry
lots of equipment
preserved environment
What types of sport do working/lower classes play?
low entry cost
not much equipment
more physicality
How are sports played by upper/middle classes?
high levels of codification
formal
better sponsorship
How are sports played by working/lower classes?
less respect from spectators
less codified
more laid back
settle a bet or gain something
How does play help children during the socialisation process?
social skills/communication
moral values
physical skills/coordination
team work/leadership
decision-making
safety and awareness
What is gender socialisation?
the act of learning to conform to culturally defined gender roles through socialisation
What is internalisation?
the learning of values or attitudes that are incorporated within yourself
How does social stratification effect participation?
social class may effect sports able to participate in e.g. horse riding
high social class access more facilities + better funded areas
more disposable income -> more opportunities
What are the purposes of pe during secondary socilaisation?
improved health and fitness, physical skills, moral skills, decision making
How does social control influence women’s participation?
historically male dominated society
gender appropriateness of some sports restricts participation
disapproval from male society
lack of free time -> care giver role
lower wages
Why is aerobics a popular past time for women compared to rugby?
good for weight loss and fitness
non contact
socially acceptable
gradual increase in free time
can be performed socially
women only sessions
How does social change reduce inequalities?
campaigns such as “this girl can” can increase participation of female gender
What are the main causes for inequality in society?
lack of money
lack of role models
lack of self esteem + confidence
stereotypes
Which groups show lower participation levels in sport due to social inequality?
lower participation rates in:
disabled
women
ethnic minority
unemployed
elderly
What is social stratification?
(private vs public schools)
type of social inequality where society is divided into different levels on the basis of a social characteristic such as wealth or status
private schools: better facilities, coaches, equipment
more opportunities available
What social structures can influence participation in sport?
type of school
quality of teaching
quality of facilities
What factors can limit someones participation in sport?
disposable income
accessibility
self confidence
health and fitness
Why do lower classes have less opportunity for sport?
domestic responsibility
-> less time
lack of available money
living in areas with less money
