Impact Of Sport On Society And Society On Sport Flashcards
What is Social Change?
An alteration in the social order of a society
Define society
An organised group of people associated for a specific purpose or with a shared interest
What is social control?
A concept that refers to a way in which people’s thoughts,feelings, appearance and behaviours are regulated in a social system
Define internalisation
The learning of values/attitudes that are incorporated within yourself
What is gender socialisation?
The act of learning to conform to culturally defined gender roles through socialisation
What is institution?
An establishment,organisation founded for religious, educational, professional or social purpose
What is secondary socialisation?
Occurs during later years (teenagers & adults) when the family is less involved and other “agencies” are deliberately set up for the socialisation process & begin to exert more influence
What is gender socialisation?
Involves the learning of behaviour and attitudes historically considered appropriate for a given sex
What is Primary Socialisation?
Refers to socialisation during the early years of childhood which takes place within the immediate family(Mum,Dad,Brother,Sisters)
What are examples for social change?
Gender inequalities - creches to allow women to use the gym
Ethnic inequalities - certain ethnic groups suffer from a focus on academia & work rather than sport
Disabled inequalities
Socio-economic inequalities - ‘cricket for change’ is an example of a UK charity that try to provide opportunities for disadvantaged children.
Street chance - aims to inspire cricket players in areas in socially deprived areas
What are the main causes of inequality?
- Lack of money affecting due to cost of participation
- Lack of self-confidence & self-esteem
- Lack of role models,coaches,leaders & people of responsibility
- Myths/stereotypes on ability - women,ethnic minorities or disabled people
What is the mneumonic for causes of inequality?
M -Money
R - Role - models
M - Myths
C - Confidence
What is the definition for social issues?
Problems that affect many people in society
What is the definition for inequality?
The unfair situation where resources or opportunities ade distributed unevenly within society
What is stratification?
A system of ranking within society - by wealth,power etc
