Core Concepts Flashcards
What is the definition of culture?
A way of life that binds individuals together into a society.
What is the definition of norms?
Guidelines of appropriate behaviour.
What is the definition of values?
Set of beliefs governing what a social group holds.
What is the definition of roles?
A group of Norms associated with a particular status or identity.
What is the definition of status?
A position on a social hierarchy.
What is the difference between nature and nurture?
Nature- The view that human behaviour is innate and genetic.
Nurture- The view that human behaviour is a result of how we are raised.
What does the term subculture mean?
Cultures within other cultures.
What is the definition of customs?
A set of traditions particular to a culture.
How do schools influence norms and values via sanctions?
If you do not do your homework on time you could get a detention.
How does the media influence gender roles through imitation of role models?
When you see a women on a magazine cover you may copy the way she is dressed. Portrayed as a sex symbol.
How do families influence gender roles through canalisation?
Boys are bought toy cars. Girls are bought dolls to play with.
How do peer groups influence our identity through imitation?
People in the same friendship groups tend to dress the same.
How does the workplace influence social roles via informal sanctions?
Yelled at if do something wrong.
Which agents and methods are most common for teaching children to behave?
Family and education.
Which agents and methods are most common for controlling behaviour?
Family and education.
