Core Theory Flashcards
What is Feminism?
Feminism is a theory that opposes the patriarchy and argues women’s rights.
What is Marxism?
The idea that the bourgeoisie holds economic and social power over the proletariat.
What is Functionalism?
The idea that all aspects of intitutions play a key role in society for it to be able to run smoothly.
What is Interactionism?
It’s a bottom-up theory where human interactions affect the society we live in
What is Postmodernism?
The theory that we have moved out of a modern society into a newer one (postmodern) due to social changes.
Name 3 postmodernists
Lyotard, Baudrillard, Bauman
Define liberal feminism and 1 scholar
They believe most battles for equality have been won but there is still inequality between both sexes - Oakley
Define radical feminism and give 2 scholars
Believe that changing the law is not enough to end oppression. Men will always oppress women and the family is a vehicle for this. - Greer & Ansley
Define Marxist feminism and give 1 scholar
Capitalism and patriarchy work together to oppress women. - Feely
What is the New Right
Believe that the nuclear family is the basis of society and it is essential for society to function - Murray
Define socialisation
How individuals learn the norms and values of society
What is primary socialisation?
Parson - The family teaching children the norms and values of their family / community
What is secondary socialisation?
Parsons - Institutions such as school, media, religion teach children the norms and values of wider society
What is neoliberalism?
The belief in a ‘free market’ and that the government should only protect private property
What are social policies?
Government legislations that seek to improve the well-being of its people and society
