social control Flashcards
1
Q
What is formal control ?
A
An explicit form of control ( we know its happening)
2
Q
Who are agents of formal social control ?
A
- Government
- Police
- Courts
3
Q
What are examples of the formal control in education ?
A
- legal attendance
- behavioural codes
4
Q
What are examples of the formal control in the workplace ?
A
- disciplinary
- codes of conduct
5
Q
What are examples of formal sanctions ?
A
- sentences
- warnings
- dismissal
- exclusion
6
Q
What is informal control ?
A
It’s a form of control of our behaviour but its done more subtly
7
Q
Who are agents of informal social control ?
A
- family
- peer groups
- religion
- media
- workplace
- education
8
Q
What are examples of informal control ?
A
- social exclusion
- disappointment
- critisism
