Intro to Sociology

False (B)

Howard Becker

<p>past</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examines a range of social institutions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Human social nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship between individuals and external social forces (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Bernard McGrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>mindfulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sociological Perspective = An approach that emphasizes external social forces Beginner’s Mind = A mindset open to new experiences and learning Expert’s Mind = A mindset filled with assumptions and preconceived notions Mindfulness = The practice of being present in the moment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To achieve a personal paradigm shift (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Systematic study of human society and social behavior, encompassing large and small social structures and interactions.

Sociology examines human actions, their impact on society, and the reciprocal effects of society on individuals.

Sociology is one of several social sciences, focusing on society as a whole, unlike other social sciences with more focused areas.

Both examine the past, but sociology focuses on contemporary society, whereas history encompasses a wider time frame.

Sociology studies societies in various stages of development, while anthropology focuses particularly on traditional cultures.

Sociology's focus differs from other social sciences, and overlaps with some, such as communication studies, considering social and interpersonal levels of interactions

Sociology examines social institutions, not just one specific social institution unlike economics or political science.

Sociology examines the relationship between people and their environment, although geography focuses more on the physical environment.

A unique way of looking at the world, focusing on how social forces impact individuals.

Open-mindedness, approaching a situation without preconceived notions.

A closed mindset, filled with assumptions and opinions, hindering new learning.

Not just seeing new things, but seeing existing things in a new way.

A practice of being present in the moment, focusing on the current experience.

A major change in perspective; a new worldview regarding self and society.

Sociology focuses on external, societal factors, while psychology concentrates on internal mental states.