Lecture Review on Analytical Research Paper Guidelines and Sociological Theories

This set of flashcards is designed to help students understand key vocabulary terms related to their analytical research paper guidelines and sociological theories discussed in class.

Social Phenomenon

Any event or concept that occurs in social life, such as movies, video games, or current events.

Theoretical Framework

A structure that can hold or support a theory of a research study, outlining the theories and concepts that will be examined.

APA Format

A writing style and format for academic documents such as scholarly journal articles, established by the American Psychological Association.

Verbatim Quotes

Exact repetitions of what someone has said or written, used to support arguments or analysis.

Charismatic Authority

A type of leadership where authority is derived from the charisma of the leader, often leading to emotional attachment from followers.

Bureaucratic System

An organizational structure characterized by a hierarchy of authority, a set of defined rules, and an emphasis on procedure.

Iron Cage

A metaphor used by sociologist Max Weber to describe the increased rationalization inherent in social life, leading to individuals feeling trapped by rigid rules.

Citations

References to the sources of information or ideas used in academic writing, required for avoiding plagiarism.

Double Spacing

A format in which there is a full blank line between each line of text, commonly required in academic papers.

Rubric

A guide listing specific criteria for grading or scoring academic assignments, often including points allocated for each section.