what is sociology? Flashcards
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what is sociology?
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difficult to define, better to explain what it does than what it is. involves looking for and at social patterns
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what are the 3 social patterns in sociology?
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social variables (ex. age, gender, religion, etc.), social institutions (ex. education, religion, family), and social interactions
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what does sociological research enable us to do?
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to discuss social issues in an informed and critical manner. helps us understand how socializing influences shape our opinions and challenge stereotypes
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what do sociologists recognize in social patterns?
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our personal experiences are affected by our social location. they investigate and challenge the social patterns people perceive.
