Introduction to Sociology
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This Introduction to Sociology page on GoConqr gathers community-made quizzes, mind maps, flashcards and notes, from the sociological imagination and common sense versus sociological explanation to culture, families, deviance and Talcott Parsons. It's built for university students and professional candidates, school students, and teachers after ready-made material. There are over 800 resources here, including more than 100 quizzes, over 300 mind maps and over 300 flashcard decks. Open a quiz to spot your gaps, then pick a mind map to fill them.
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200 questionsSociology by Zharas Sociology is a science that studies:
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97 questionsIntro to SOC CLEP Test Practice Questions All of the following are example of voluntary associations EXCEPT the
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200 questionsSociology by Zharas Sociology is a science that studies:
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97 questionsIntro to SOC CLEP Test Practice Questions All of the following are example of voluntary associations EXCEPT the
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68 questionsQuiz for Sociology Definitions of Sociology From "The Blackwell Dictionary of Sociology"
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25 questionsA-level Sociology Quiz Explain what is meant by ‘Global Culture’.
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140 questionsSOCIOLOGY According to the textbook, which element of a social problem refers to the real existence of a social condi...
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48 questionsMidterm Sociology What is Real Culture?
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10 questionsQUIZ_Basic Concepts and Key Terms The fundamental principle or lesson of sociology is that:
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82 cardsOCR - Sociology What is relativity?
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60 cardssociology chapters 1-5 what is sociology
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43 cardsSociology Chapter 1 Exam 1
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74 cardsSociology Ch. 1&2 Vocabulary
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17 cardsIntroduction to Sociology Introduction to Sociology
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49 cards7th Gr. History Unit 5 Flash Cards
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18 cardsSociety And Culture Flashcards on the first study point Syllabus P.11, 15-17, 24-25.
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171 cardsSociology Key Words All Key Concepts for Sociology from Rob Webb AQA book
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HS1003 Week1 Sociology (Lecture) : Study of human interactions and relations with one anotherSociety (Lecture)Social structures (Lecture)Social problems (Heiner, 2002)Globalization (Giddens, 2002b)Critical constructionism (Heiner,...
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You May Ask Yourself Chapter One: The Sociological Imagination: An Introduction Sociology is the study of human society, and there is the sociology of sports, of religion, of music, of medicine, & sociology of sociologists. "Thinking like...
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Sociology Introduction 1. What is sociology? How is it distinct from other disciplines?Sociology is the study of human society. It involves questioning the norms of society and studying why we do what we do. Sociology...
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GCSE Sociology Exam Practise Questions Unit B671: Sociology basics Section A: Research methods 1. Describe two advantages and disadvantages of using participant observation as a research method. (4)2. Describe two advantages and disadvantages of using ques...
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Overview GENERAL INFORMATION This unit introduces students to the distinctive disciplinary perspectives of social science in theory and practice. It addresses three major themes: thinking socially (examining distinctions betwe...
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Science as Vocation Comparing American to German scholarship in research E.g. career paths, likelihood of retaining tenure 132 predominance of mediocrity because of human laws of cooperation *rlated to Durkheim and cooperat...
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Common Sense V.S Sociological Explanation Describe two differences between sociological and common sense explanations of human society.One difference between sociological and common sense explanation is that common sense explanation is based on peoples opinio...
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About Introduction to Sociology
GoConqr OriginalWhat this unit covers
This unit gathers the opening ideas of sociology. The resources ask what sociology is, how it differs from common sense, and how culture, socialisation, families, power and social inequality shape behaviour. The mind map Sociology sets out these themes, including education, crime and deviance and the mass media.
Where to start
- Begin with the mind maps Common Sense v.s. Sociological Explanation and Social Imagination. They give you the basic way of thinking.
- Move to flashcards such as Sociology Key Words and Sociology - Key Terms to learn the vocabulary.
- Read a set of notes, such as Sociology: Chapter 1, when you want the argument in full sentences.
- Finish with a quiz to see what has stuck.
Using quizzes and maps together
Take a quiz first and note the questions you miss. The A-level Sociology Quiz asks you to explain terms such as the nuclear family and dependency culture. The Intro to SOC CLEP Test Practice Questions quiz uses multiple-choice items, including questions on voluntary associations and sex ratios. Then go to the mind map that matches the gap. Talcott Parsons covers functional prerequisites such as adaptation. Goffman's Definition of Total Institutions covers batch living and the inmate role. Privilege, Oppression and the Matrix of Domination covers how groups gain or lose advantages.
Exams and levels
About half of the resources suit university study, and almost as many suit school courses. Some mention GCSE Sociology, A-level Sociology, AQA Sociology and the MCAT, so check a title or excerpt before you commit. A GCSE-style quiz on Studying Society sits next to chapter-based university sets, so you can choose the depth you need.
Where it sits
This unit belongs to the Foundations of Sociology strand in the Sociology subject. It is a sensible place to begin before you move on to more specialised topics.
Choose one quiz or one mind map today, then make your own flashcards from whatever you got wrong.
Frequently asked questions
Which resource should I start with?
Start with the mind maps Common Sense v.s. Sociological Explanation and Social Imagination, which set out how sociologists think. Then try a quiz such as What is Sociology Quiz or Intro to Sociology to check what you understood. Flashcard decks of key terms are useful once the main ideas make sense.
What do the mind maps cover?
They cover the sociological perspective, culture and socialisation, families, deviance, feminism, poverty and social groups. Some focus on thinkers and ideas, such as Talcott Parsons, Zygmunt Bauman and Goffman's total institutions. Others, such as Sociology, give a broad overview of the whole field.
Are the resources free to use?
Yes. Every resource on this page is free to open, study and take, with no account needed. The resources were made by GoConqr users, not by GoConqr itself, so styles and depth vary. Look at the title and excerpt to find one that suits you.
Which levels and exams do these resources suit?
The mix is roughly half university and half school. Some resources mention GCSE Sociology, A-level Sociology and AQA Sociology, and one flashcard deck is aimed at the MCAT. Others follow university textbook chapters, so pick the set that matches your course.
Is there anything for exam-style practice?
Yes. The A-level Sociology Quiz uses short explain-style questions, and the Sociology GCSE - Studying Society - Topic 1 Quiz covers the opening GCSE topic. The Intro to SOC CLEP Test Practice Questions quiz offers multiple-choice practice. Notes such as GCSE Sociology Exam Practise Questions are also listed.
What if I can't find the topic I need?
Try a nearby title first, such as Culture, Deviance or Functions of the Family. Many sets use different words for the same ideas. If nothing fits, you can make your own quiz, mind map, flashcards or notes with a free account, which also saves your quiz scores.