Violation of cultural norms Deviance is defined as a violation of cultural norms, but not all deviant behavior is negative. A sociologist can examine deviant behavior through a theoretical perspective to try to understand its causes. A symbolic interactionist view would explain deviance as a product of social stratification. For example, people born into a … Read more
Social stratification Social stratification is the categorization of people based on a number of socioeconomic factors. Social stratification may lead to social inequality because some groups of people have more access to resources, power, and status than others. We can see examples of social stratification and inequality in many television shows, movies, or documentaries. In … Read more
Larger social structures Larger social structures can and do affect social changes at a micro-level and influence individual lives. Reflect on a major social change or movement you have observed in the U.S. in the past 5 years. Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: Due Monday Post 2 replies to classmates … Read more
Types of social groups Throughout the course, you have learned about different types of social groups and the important ways they influence society. In addition, you’ve studied the dynamics, stratification, and inequalities that can occur among groups. We are faced with increasingly complex and rapidly changing social situations in our society, and while we are … Read more
Socialization Socialization is a process through which an individual learns the norms of a society or social group. Through the roles and statuses that shape our personal experiences, a sense of self is developed. Social institutions, or agents of socialization, are the systems and structures that shape the activities of groups and individuals in society. … Read more
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