Key terms sociological theory and perspectives Flashcards
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Norms
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specific rules that govern behaviour which are directed by values
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Values
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Important and lasting beliefs or ideals shared by the members of a culture about what is good or bad and desirable or undesirable
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Value consensus
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the agreement between societies members about what is of value
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Social solidarity
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the feelings of connectedness we experience as a consequence of shared values
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Social Control
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the ways by which society offers rewards for good behaviour and punishment for bad behaviour
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Socialisation
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the process by which we learn the norms and value
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Ruling class
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Owners of the means of production
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Subject class
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wage slaves who are trapped in their situation
