Questions and Answers
What is the title of Goffman's work published in 1959?
Goffman was primarily focused on macro-sociology.
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What does Goffman's dramaturgical approach suggest about social life?
Social life is a theatre where individuals are actors performing.
The realm where social interaction occurs in front of others is known as the ______.
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The area where we prepare for our performance and act differently than in public is referred to as the ______.
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What is impression management?
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What are the two types of situations in Goffman's performance distinctions?
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Which of the following describes Goffman's view on social interactions?
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Study Notes
Goffman Background
- Authored "The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life" in 1959.
- Focused on micro-sociology, the study of social interactions at a small scale.
- Emphasized face-to-face interactions as vital components of social life.
- His theories have a lasting impact on sociology and are widely referenced by scholars today.
Goffman's Dramaturgy Approach
- Conceptualizes social life as a theatrical performance.
- Individuals act as actors, engaging in performances shaped by social context.
- The setting refers to the physical location where these social interactions occur.
Regions in Performance
- Front Stage: Public domain where interactions are actively performed for an audience.
- Back Stage: Private area used for preparation and where individuals can exhibit behaviors not suitable for the front stage.
Impression Management
- Involves portraying oneself to create a specific impression on others.
- Individuals actively manage and influence how they are perceived by others.
Other Goffman Ideas
- Highlights the uniqueness of social interactions that unfold between people.
- Emphasizes the concept of social status and its implications in interactions.
Goffman Performance Distinctions
- Interactions or performances take place within specific situations.
- These situations are synchronous, occurring in real-time, and unfold in both front and back stage settings.
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Explore the key concepts of Erving Goffman's theories on impression management through these informative flashcards. Learn about his background, micro-sociology, and the dramaturgical approach, which depicts social life as a theatrical performance. Perfect for students and scholars interested in sociology and social interactions.
