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Sociology Exam 1
sociology 110 contemporary society
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Sociology
Undergraduate 1
10/01/2008

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sociology
Definition

study of patterns in relationships & human interaction

 

perspective focusing on human being as a member of society

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normative
Definition
explore the rules that govern behavior
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culture
Definition
agreed upon ideas
common behavior
language, beliefs, values, norms, behavior, & material that distinguish a group of people
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Material Culture
Definition
common material objects
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Non Material Culture
Definition
common thought & action
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Cultural Relativism
Definition
differences between expressed vs. operant culture
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Cultural Lag
Definition
technological changes occur faster than our value system can change for them
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