Sport and Physical Culture in Canadian Society

A collection of vocabulary flashcards relevant to the course on sport and physical culture in Canadian society.

Sport and Physical Culture

Refers to the ways in which sport integrates into everyday life and society, particularly in Canadian culture.

Society (Giddens & Sutton)

Defined as structured social relations and institutions among a large community, not merely a collection of individuals.

Inequality in Sport Systems

Persistent disparities in access to participation, quality of experiences, and leadership roles in sport.

Donnelly's Three Analyses

Levels of analysis: Categorical, Distributive, and Relational, to study inequalities in sports.

Sociological Analysis

Utilizes concepts and theories that emphasize social reasons behind sport-related problems rather than individual causes.

Sociology (Henslin et al.)

The disciplined study of human social behavior, including the investigation of origins and development of society.

Sociology of Sport

Explores the interactions between sport and societal structures, including the experiences of athletes, coaches, and fans.

Sociological Imagination

A way of understanding the relationship between individual experiences and larger social forces.

Social Structure

Refers to the patterned relations in society that shape individuals' possibilities and constraints.

Agency

The capacity of individuals to act independently and make their own choices within social structures.

Power

The ability to control or influence outcomes, often associated with access to resources.

Cooky and Girls in Sport

The contested access for girls and women in sport, against a backdrop of societal changes in attitudes.

Hegemony

A form of power that operates without coercion, where dominant groups create 'common sense' ideologies.

Functionalism

A sociological perspective that views society as a complex system where different elements work together for stability.

Conflict Theory

Focuses on the conflicts arising from social inequality, particularly between different socioeconomic classes.

Symbolic Interactionism

A theoretical framework focusing on day-to-day interactions and meanings people attach to sport.

Critical Social Theories

Approaches that address questions of power, inequality, and social justice in sport.

Cultural Construction of Gender

Gender roles and expectations are shaped by cultural influences and not merely biological factors.

Patriarchy

A hierarchical system where men hold more power than women in societal structures.

Heteronormativity

The assumption that heterosexuality is the default sexual orientation, marginalizing other identities.

Socially Constructed

Concepts, including gender, that are created and reinforced through societal interactions and norms.

Transgender

An umbrella term for individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth.

Sex Testing in Sports

Invasive practices primarily impacting transgender women and intersex athletes to validate participation.

Sports Media

An industry that influences the portrayal and perception of sports, athletes, and societal norms.

Stereotypes in Sports Media

Generalized beliefs often portrayed in media coverage that can reinforce or challenge societal norms.

Tokenism in Women's Sports

The superficial inclusion of women in sports media, often neglecting deeper issues of representation.

Media Framing

The process by which information in news coverage is presented, influencing public perception.

Violence in Sport

The presence of aggressive behavior in sports, often framed as acceptable or even heroic.

Consent in Sports Violence

The idea that athletes consent to some level of physical harm within the context of competitive sports.

Deviance in Sport

Actions or behaviors that diverge from accepted sports norms, often considered against societal values.

Doping

The use of banned substances to enhance performance, viewed as a major ethical issue in sports.

Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)

A tool to detect doping by monitoring selected biological variables over time.

Commercialization of Sports

The process by which sports have become heavily influenced by market dynamics and profit motives.

Environmental Issues in Sports

The impact of climate change and ecological degradation on sporting activities and infrastructure.

Cultural Appropriation in Sport

The adoption of elements of one culture by members of another culture, often without permission.

Intersectionality

A framework for understanding how various forms of inequality and identity, such as race and gender, intersect.

Public Health and Sports

Explores how physical activity can influence health outcomes within various social strata.

Globalization's Impact on Sports

The way global interconnectedness has influenced sports traditions, practices, and commercial aspects.

Gender Equity in Sports

The quest to provide equal opportunities and treatment for all genders in the sporting world.

Emerging Sports

New forms of athletic competitions that challenge traditional structures and norms in sport.

Sport for Development

Using sports as a vehicle for social change, improving lives and creating opportunities.

Social Determinants of Health

The conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, affecting health outcomes.

Obesity Epidemic

The growing public health concern of increasing obesity rates across populations.

Gambling in Sports

The rise of betting on sporting events, with socio-economic implications and associated risks.

Sports Governance

The structures and processes by which organizations manage and control sports activities.

Athlete Activism

The movement of athletes advocating for social and political issues through their platforms.

Cultural Sensitivity in Sports Programs

The necessity to tailor sports initiatives to the cultural contexts of diverse communities.

Neoliberalism in Sports

Policies promoting privatization and consumer choice, impacting public sports funding and access.

Social Class and Sports Participation

How socio-economic status can influence levels of sports engagement and opportunities.

Racialization and Sports

The processes by which racial identities are constructed and experienced in athletic contexts.

Decolonization in Sport

Efforts to address and remedy the ongoing impacts of colonialism, particularly in Indigenous contexts.

Sexual Harassment in Sports

The prevalence and implications of inappropriate behavior within athletic environments.

Population Health

The health outcomes of a group of individuals, considering distribution and social determinants.

Climate Adaptation for Sports

Adjusting practices to mitigate the effects of climate change on sports and its infrastructure.

Technological Advances in Sports

The incorporation of new technologies, such as AI and wearable tech, to enhance performance.

Sustainable Sports Practices

Efforts to minimize environmental impacts of sporting events and promote ecological responsibility.

Youth Sports Programs

Initiatives encouraging physical activity and sports participation among younger demographics.

Crisis of Masculinity in Sports

Discussions around changing norms regarding masculinity, particularly in male-dominated sports.

Sports and National Identity

How sports can shape and reflect national identity and cultural values.