Soc 26 - Socio-cultural Influences Flashcards
Commercialisation
Making something available on the market, or using something to make a profit.
Media
The main means of mass communication (television, radio, newspapers and the internet)
Deviance
Behavior that falls outside the norms or what is thought to be acceptable; goes against the moral values or laws of the sport
Negative deviance
Deviance that has a detrimental effect
Positive deviance
Deviance where there is no intention to cause harm or break the rules
Sportsmanship
Qualities of fairness, following the rules and being gracious in defeat or victory
Gamesmanship
Bending the rules/laws or the sport without actually breaking them
The golden triangle
The interaction of media, sport and businesses