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L1 (SocSci): Structure or Agency Flashcards

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This is one of the youngest Sciences; 150 years old

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Social Sciences

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Why are natural sciences considered as reductionist?

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Because they study measurable topics

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What were the initial thoughts regarding Social Sciences?

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complex and immeasurable

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The minute you were born, you were born into a ______ that you did not choose.

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structure

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Where can structure be found?

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culture
society
gender
religion
nationality
profession
socio-economic status

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Why is there no free will in a structure?

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Because your choices are predetermined by your structure?

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The recurrent patterned arrangements which influence or limit the choices and opportunities available for someone

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structure

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The capacity of individuals to act independently and to make their own free choices

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agency

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Current thoughts regarding Social Sciences

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Human beings are predictable and measurable because of social structures.

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