Sport & Physical Culture in Canadian Society Flashcards
Q: How does the culture of sport in Canada differ from that of other countries?
Other countries may not have the same access to equipment for sports compared to Canada. Societal norms, government, enviroment.
what is connected to sport?
media, education system, economy, and government
Early childhood experiences…
often include organized sports or informal play.
Sport and Society: Key Concepts
Sport as a reflection of societal values and norms.
Role of sport in fostering community and national identity.
Influence of social institutions on sport (media, education, economy, government).
Q: How do social institutions like media, education, and the government influence sports?
These institutions influence our perception of sports good or bad, more exposure, teaching a sport will lead to hobbies and new players, and government fundings
Impact of sport on social cohesion and conflict.
unify and divide, new perspectives
Sport as a platform for social change and resistance.
kneeling during the national anthem (USA)
athletes promoting things
Democratization and Inequality in Sport
excluded groups
gender, race and socioeconomic status
social class
gender in media and coaching
Q: Discuss the efforts made to promote equality and inclusivity in sports. Are there any notable programs or policies that have been particularly effective?
Sport not good
mental
money, (not available to everyone)
injuries
hate
social class
gender
Sociology of Sport: Critical Perspectives
social structures and power relations.
Looking through the lens of different gender, race, class and social inequality
Why is it important to analyze sport through a sociological lens?
Looking at the full picture
find problems within that lens.
understanding and addressing issues in sport.
Sport as a site for both social control and social change.
Key Sociological Concepts in Sport
Social structure and agency:
Power and inequality:
Hegemony and ideology:
Socialization and identity:
Social structure and agency:
Interplay between societal forces and individual actions.
(playing differently without breaking any rules)
Power and inequality:
How power dynamics shape sports experiences.
(team owners, sponsors, better facilities, more money)