Introduction - Anthropology, Sociology, and Political Science Flashcards
The disciplines under which identity, culture,
society, and politics are studied collectively.
Social Sciences
It is the integrated of the social sciences and humanities to promote civic
competence.
Social Studies
Branches under Social Sciences
- Anthropology
- Sociology
- Political Science
The field strives for a comprehensive understanding of what defines humans. The systematic study of biological, cultural, and social aspects of man.
Anthropology
An example of this is (1) Using barbie dolls to illustrate characteristics of beauty. (2) Frontline in the field (3) details in the mummy of the Pharaoh Tutankhamen. (4) Observes a group of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park.
Anthropology
It is “The study of human social life, groups, and society.”
-Anthony Giddens
Sociology
It systematically analyzes different social phenomena such as:
population
social groups
gender
religion
race
Sociology
It systematically analyzes different social phenomena such as:
crime
deviance
social movements/ social stratification
Sociology
It is the study of human social
interactions, groups, relationships,
social development, organization,
processes, and institution.
Sociology
An example of this is the controversy about the opening of Olympics.
Sociology
It is “The activity through which people make, preserve, and amend the rules under which they live.”
-Andrew Heywood
Politics
An example of this is the headline “Phl, China Reach Deal on Ayungin Missions”, “Media Wish List: Decriminalize Libel, Pass FOI, End Red-Tagging”
Politics
Study of governance and policies,
political culture, and activities,
power relations and ideologies.
Political Science