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Symbolic-interactionism theory
Definition
(micro) symbols and interaction. Society is composed of symbols that people use to establish meanings, develop views, and communicate with one another.
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conflict theory
Definition
(macro) society is composed of groups fighting for scarce resources.
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structural-functional theory
Definition
(macro) society is a whole unit with smaller parts that work together. Machine and gears.
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manifest function
Definition
the intended beneficial consequences of people's actions.
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latent functions
Definition
the unintended beneficial consequences of people's actions.
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sociological perspective
Definition
the experiences that a person has shapes their being and society.
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theory
Definition
an educated guess as to how one fact is related to another.
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micro-level
Definition
small scale society; mono et mono.
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macro-level
Definition
large groups, society, the larger picture.
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paradigm
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a theoretical framework through which scientists study the world.
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social laws
Definition
ground rules of a society. statements of fact that are unchanging under given conditions.
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social statics
Definition
the existing structural elements of society.
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social dynamics
Definition
a change in the structural elements of society.
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social darwinism
Definition
strong societies survive and weak ones die off.
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folkways
Definition
informal rules for behavior. sacntions aren't severe.
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morays
Definition
formal rules for behavior. sanctions are severe; possibly legalized.
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taboos
Definition
generally unacceptable behavior, regardless of society.
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norms
Definition
socially expected behaviors; should be commonly known throughout.
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sanctions
Definition
rules for behavior, strongly suggested guidelines to abide by.
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