Sociological Theory Applied to Equal Opportunities Flashcards
Society definition
The organised combination of individuals that live together. Sport can aid society by providing a feel-good feeling and a sense of pride.
Socialisation definition
The learning of, and conformation to, a social group’s values and habits to fit in with the society.
Socialisation can be split into primary and secondary socialisation.
What is Secondary Socialisation?
Secondary socialisation refers to the teenage years onwards, with outside influences such as schools impacting on societal attitudes.
What is Primary Socialisation?
Primary socialisation refers to the process of socialisation during life’s early years, and the interaction between family members.
This is how a young child learns about the norms and values of the society that they are being brought up in.
Social Processes definition
How a society has progressed via their social interaction.
This is impacted by social control and social change which regulate society’s views. These processes can have a positive or negative impact on physical activity participation depending on the attitudes of society.
What is social control?
Social control is the method in which individual attitudes and behaviours are regulated via society’s values.
Social Issues definition
A dispute which affects a large proportion of the society.
Social issues can have a negative impact on a large number of people within a society, and can result in social inequality. E.g. Lack of physical activity facilities in lower socio-economic areas.
Social Inequality definition
Social inequality refers to the restriction of accessibility for a particular group of the society, and can be seen as a form of discrimination.
Social Structures / Stratification definition
The hierarchical organisation of members of the society based on social status.
This can have a negative impact on physical activity participation for those at the lower levels of the social hierarchy due to reduced access to opportunities. This reduced access can be thought of of discrimination.
Social Action Theory
The formation and maintenance of a society is dependent upon social interaction (interactionist approach). Society can have a positive impact on sport participation and this can lead to the formation of societies.
Discrimination definition
The use of a negative perception to make a distinction between individuals or a group
Stereotyping definition
A preconceived, oversimplified perception of an individual or group
Prejudice definition
A previously formed biased opinion which has no evidence to back it up
How can discrimination, stereotyping, and prejudice be overcome?
Through equal opportunities
Equal opportunities definition
An individual being treated fairly without any form of discrimination preventing them from participation
