Chapter 14 Flashcards
what is the belief between humans and animals or natural objects?
totemism
what is the belief that spirits only communicate with one person in a group called?
shamanism
what is the belief in a god or gods
theism
what is the belief in one god?
monotheism
what is the belief in a number of gods?
polytheism
what is the idea that moral principles have a sacred quality?
ethicalism
what is the type of religious organization in which most people in the society are members by virtue of their birth?
ecclesia
what is a well-established religious organization in which a substantial number of the population are members of?
denomination
what is a new religion whose beliefs and practices differ markedly from those of society’s major religions?
cult
what is the study of the depth of peoples’ religious feelings and how they translate these feelings into behavior
religiosity
what is called when religion loses its interest in everyday life ex: in the United States?
secular
what is a relatively small religious organization called?
sect
Study of social patterns and cultural aspects
Sociology
Consist of roles and norms that ensure the transmission of knowledge values and patterns of behavior from one generation to the next
Education
Formal education which involves instruction by special trained teachers who follow officially recognized policies
Schooling
Schools transmission of cultural goal that are not openly acknowledged
Hidden curriculum
Involves the assignment of students to different types of programs such as general studies vocational training college prefatory studies
Tracking
Schools funded with public money that. Are privately operated and run
Charter school
A system in which a child’s education is undertaken by parents at home
Homeschooling
A set punishment often expulsion for serious offense such as carrying a weapon commuting a violent act or possessing drugs or alcohol
Zero tolerance
A system In which non-english speaking students are taught in their native languages until they are proficient enough in English to attend regular classes
Bilingual education
When parents may receive a voucher equal to the amount their state spends on education for their child
School choice
Anything that is considered part of the supernatural world and inspires awe, respect, and reverence .
Sacred
Anything considered of the ordinary world and thus common place and familiar
Profane