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SOCIOLOGY: PERSPECTIVE, THEORY, AND METHOD  
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What is the Sociology? The systematic study of human society which includes attitudes, beliefs, values etc.
Sociological perspective is what? The view that society is influential in shaping individual lives and experiences
The tern sociology was developed by who and what time was it developed? The term was developed in 1838 by Auguste Comte
The Advantages of the Sociological Perspective is............? Overcome barriers/Discover Opportunities Foundation for Good Career Develop /Change Public Policy Personal Growth
Sociological imagination is the train of thought that transforms personal troubles into public issues.
How can we better understand society through social imagination ? We will be able to see that our trouble, are not the only ones, and in fact they are more people going through tour situation than you think.
Sociological Imagination is invented by who? The concept of the sociological imagination was Invented by C Wright Mills.
What is Global perspective? Global perspective – The study of the relationship between the world and our society
Why is global awareness important? Because,the condition of the world affects every individual in every society
The Global Perspective also increases what? Increases Social Awareness Promotes Social Inclusion Recognizes impact of social issues
Sociological Approaches and Theories has two types, what are they Theoretical Approach & Structural function
Theoretical Approach The approach that society is guided by research  
Structural-functional Approach The belief that society is comprised of complex parts that successfully work together which includes social structure and social functions.
Social Structure consistent patterns of behavior
Social functions the consequences of behavior that influence the operation of society as a whole
Manifest functions intended consequences of social behavior
Latent functions unintended consequences of social behavior
Social dysfunction any social pattern that can disrupt the function of society
Social-conflict Approach The view that social inequality creates conflict which results in social change
Symbolic –interaction Approach The study of everyday interactions between individuals in society
Sociological Research Method A systematic plan to conduct research in the field of sociology
Gender-conflict Theory (Feminist Theory) The study of society that focuses on the conflict between men and women
Race-conflict Theory The study of society that examines the relationships between people of different racial and ethnic backgrounds
Feminism The movement that supports equality of men and women in society
Methods of Sociological Research are? Experiment and Survey
Experiment Cause and effect is determined under controlled conditions
Survey Analysis of responses to questions or statements in a questionnaire or interview  
Participant Observation Researchers collect information as they observe/participate in routine activities
Existing Resources The use of data collected by others
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