Sociology

These flashcards cover key concepts in sociology as introduced in the lecture, aiding in the understanding of society and its complexities.

Sociology

The scientific study of society and human behavior.

Auguste Comte

French philosopher who is considered the father of sociology.

Social Location

A way of classifying individuals based on their race, social class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, etc.

Marginalization

The process by which a social group is pushed to the edge of society, limiting their access to power and resources.

Power and Inequality

The different kinds of power in society, which lead to various forms of social inequalities.

Sociological Perspective

A viewpoint that enables the understanding of social behavior by placing it in its wider social context.

Seeing the General in the Particular

The sociological approach of identifying patterns in individual choices by understanding their broader social context.

Seeing the Strange in the Familiar

Approaching everyday social norms as if encountering them for the first time to gain deeper awareness.

Social Sciences

Academic disciplines that study human society and social relationships, including sociology, psychology, and economics.

Common Sense

The basic, socially accepted understanding of societal norms and behaviors that can sometimes lead to misconceptions or mistakes.