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30 Cards in this Set
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What is the definition for Sociological perspective?
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It is the special point of view of sociology that sees general patterns of society in the lives of particular people.
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What is the definition for Global Perspective?
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It is the study of the larger world and our society's place in it.
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What is the definition for positivism?
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It is a scientific approach to knowledge based on "positive" facts as opposed to mere speculation.
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What is the definition for Structural- Functional Approach?
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It is a framework for building theory that sees society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.
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What is the definition for Social Structure?
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It is any relatively stable pattern of social behavior.
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What is the definition for Manifest Functions?
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It is the recognized and intended consequences of any social patterns.
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What is the definition for Latent Functions?
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It is the unrecognized and unintended consequences of any social pattern.
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What is the definition for Social- Conflict Approach?
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It is a framework for building theory that sees society as an arena of inequality that generates conflict and change.
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What is the definition for Theory?
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It is a statement of how and why specific facts are related
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What is the definition for Social Dysfunction?
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It is any social pattern that may disrupt the operation of society.
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What is the definition for Macro-Level Orientation?
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It is a broad focus on social structure that shape society as a whole.
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What is the definition for Micro-Level Orientation?
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It is a close-up focus on social interaction in specific situations.
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What is the definition for Symbolic- Interaction Approach?
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It is a framework for building theory that sees society as the product of the everyday interactions of individuals.
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What is the definition for Science?
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It is a logical system that develops knowledge from direct, systematic observation.
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What is the definition for Empirical Evidence?
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It is information that we can verify with our senses.
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What is the definition for Critical Sociology?
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It is the study of society that focuses on the need for social change.
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What is the definition for Hawthorne Effect?
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is a form of reactivity subjects improve an aspect of their behavior being experimentally measured simply in response to the fact that they are being studied, not in response to any particular experimental manipulation.
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What is the definition for Quantitative?
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It is measurements of quantity or amount.
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What is the definition for Qualitiative?
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It investigates the why and how of decision making, not just what, where, when.
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What is the definition for Inductive?
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It is when it involves moving from a set of specific facts to a general conclusion.
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What is the definition for Deductive?
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It is of, relating to, or provable by deduction.
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What is the definition for Culture?
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It is the ways of thinking, acting, and the material objects that together form a people's way of life.
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What is the definition for Cultural Transmission?
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It is the process by which one generation passes culture to the next generation.
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What is the definition for Values?
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It is culturally defined standards that people use to decide what is desirable, good, and beautiful and that serve as broad guidelines for social living.
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What is the definition for Beliefs?
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It is specific ideas that people hold to be true.
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What is the definition for Folkways?
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It is norms for routine or casual interaction.
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What is the definition for Social Control?
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It is attempts by society to regulate people's thoughts and behavior.
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What is the definition for Norms?
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It is rules and expectations by which a society guides the behavior of its members.
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What is the definition for High Culture?
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It is cultural patterns that distinguish a society's elite.
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What is the definition for Popular Culture?
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It is cultural patterns that are widespread among a society's population.
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