Introduction to Sociology

Flashcards based on key concepts from the lecture notes on sociology.

Sociological Imagination

The ability to see the connection between personal experiences and larger social forces.

Social Facts

Concepts introduced by sociologists that refer to the norms, values, and structures that exert social control.

Capitalism

An economic system characterized by private ownership of the means of production and the pursuit of profit.

Class Conflict

The tension and struggle between different social classes, particularly in capitalist societies.

Double Consciousness

A term coined by W.E.B. Du Bois referring to the internal conflict experienced by subordinated groups in an oppressive society.

Martineau

An early female sociologist known for her work on social analysis and advocacy for women's rights and abolition.

Weber

A sociologist who emphasized the importance of ideas, values, and religion in shaping social change, differing from Marx's focus on class struggle.

Diversity in Sociology

The range of topics that sociology addresses, including culture, race, and social issues that impact various groups.

Biographical Intersection

The concept of how individual life histories are connected to, and influenced by, broader historical and social contexts.

Abolitionist

A person who advocated for the end of slavery and the liberation of enslaved individuals.