Dominant Social Paradigm and Institutions Flashcards
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The Dominant Social Paradigm
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is the most widely held set of beliefs, values and ideals among a population
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The environmental philosophy of Western cultures
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Domination
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The Dominant Social Paradigm manifests itself
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in the totality of our institutions
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Institution
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A set of rules or norms that govern the behaviours of individuals and organizations in the system
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Organization
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A structured entity or body of people with a particular purpose
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If institutions are the rules of the game, organizations are the …
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Players
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Properties of institutions
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- Can be formal or informal
- Structure policies and influence behaviours
- Often change
- Are often contested and challenged
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Formal institutions
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Are structured, written rules
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Informal institutions
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Are unwritten societal norms and expectations
