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What is social science?
What is social science?
Social science is the study of people: as individuals, communities and societies; their behaviors and interactions with each other and with their built, technological and natural environments.
What does the term 'identity' pertain to?
What does the term 'identity' pertain to?
Identity pertains to how people answer the question, "Who are you?"
What are the two key concepts encompassed by the term 'values and beliefs'?
What are the two key concepts encompassed by the term 'values and beliefs'?
- "Values" are personal convictions about right and wrong, while "Beliefs" are subjective perceptions that may not necessarily be true or factual.
- "Beliefs" are based on faith and personal conviction, while "Values" are objective standards of what is considered good or bad in society.
- "Values" are the principles that guide our actions, while "Beliefs" are our assumptions about the world.
- "Belief" is what we perceive as true of real, while "Values" pertain to person's or a collectivity's principles or standards of behavior and are considered as judgment of what is important to life. (correct)
What is social dynamics?
What is social dynamics?
Which of these is NOT a social science discipline?
Which of these is NOT a social science discipline?
What is the meaning of the French word "Sociologie"?
What is the meaning of the French word "Sociologie"?
What are the different types of social forces?
What are the different types of social forces?
Who is considered the Father of Sociology?
Who is considered the Father of Sociology?
Comte argued that sociology should not have a scientific base and should be objective.
Comte argued that sociology should not have a scientific base and should be objective.
Who is Karl Marx?
Who is Karl Marx?
What is the meaning of the term "Anthropology"?
What is the meaning of the term "Anthropology"?
Where were the oldest known bones of Homo Sapiens discovered?
Where were the oldest known bones of Homo Sapiens discovered?
Who is Charles Darwin?
Who is Charles Darwin?
Who is Franz Boas?
Who is Franz Boas?
What does the term "Cultural Relativism" suggest?
What does the term "Cultural Relativism" suggest?
What is Ethnocentrism?
What is Ethnocentrism?
What is the scope of Cultural Anthropology?
What is the scope of Cultural Anthropology?
What is Linguistics Anthropology?
What is Linguistics Anthropology?
What is Archeology?
What is Archeology?
What is Biological Anthropology?
What is Biological Anthropology?
What is Applied Anthropology?
What is Applied Anthropology?
What does "Political Science" mean?
What does "Political Science" mean?
According to Aristotle, what is the aim of Politics?
According to Aristotle, what is the aim of Politics?
What is the definition of "Political Theory" in the scope of Political Science?
What is the definition of "Political Theory" in the scope of Political Science?
What is the definition of "Public Law" in terms of Political Science?
What is the definition of "Public Law" in terms of Political Science?
What is "Public Administration"?
What is "Public Administration"?
What is "Political Dynamics"?
What is "Political Dynamics"?
What is the definition of "Government and Business"?
What is the definition of "Government and Business"?
What is the meaning of the term "Legislatures and Legislation"?
What is the meaning of the term "Legislatures and Legislation"?
What is "International Relations"?
What is "International Relations"?
What is the definition of "International Law"?
What is the definition of "International Law"?
What is "Comparative Government"?
What is "Comparative Government"?
How does culture create man?
How does culture create man?
What role does culture play in social behavior?
What role does culture play in social behavior?
What is the definition of a society?
What is the definition of a society?
How is society defined from a functional perspective?
How is society defined from a functional perspective?
How is society defined from a structural perspective?
How is society defined from a structural perspective?
What are the reasons people live together as a society?
What are the reasons people live together as a society?
How is a society considered a social system?
How is a society considered a social system?
Explain what "It is relatively large" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It is relatively large" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It socializes its members and from those from without" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It socializes its members and from those from without" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It endures, produces, and sustains its members for generations" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It endures, produces, and sustains its members for generations" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It holds its members through a common culture" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It holds its members through a common culture" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It has clearly-defined geographical territory" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
Explain what "It has clearly-defined geographical territory" means in the context of characteristics of a society.
What is a Hunting and Gathering society?
What is a Hunting and Gathering society?
What is a Horticultural Society?
What is a Horticultural Society?
What is an Industrial Society?
What is an Industrial Society?
What is a Post-Industrial or Information Society?
What is a Post-Industrial or Information Society?
How can a society dissolve?
How can a society dissolve?
What is culture?
What is culture?
Culture is NOT a product of behavior.
Culture is NOT a product of behavior.
Cultures are all identical.
Cultures are all identical.
Culture is NEVER shared.
Culture is NEVER shared.
Culture is instinctual.
Culture is instinctual.
Culture is static and unchanging.
Culture is static and unchanging.
Culture is not gratifying or idealistic.
Culture is not gratifying or idealistic.
What has happened to the world as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic?
What has happened to the world as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic?
What is Istambay and how is it affected by the Covid-19 Pandemic?
What is Istambay and how is it affected by the Covid-19 Pandemic?
What role does technology play in disseminating information and education, especially during natural calamities?
What role does technology play in disseminating information and education, especially during natural calamities?
How has the Covid-19 pandemic impacted education?
How has the Covid-19 pandemic impacted education?
What are some of the challenges encountered with online learning?
What are some of the challenges encountered with online learning?
How prevalent are political dynasties in Philippine politics?
How prevalent are political dynasties in Philippine politics?
What are some of the factors that contribute to the persistence of political dynasties?
What are some of the factors that contribute to the persistence of political dynasties?
What type of reforms are proposed to address the dominance of political dynasties?
What type of reforms are proposed to address the dominance of political dynasties?
Flashcards
What is social science?
What is social science?
The study of people as individuals, communities, and societies, including their behaviors and interactions with their environment.
Differentiate between values and beliefs in social science.
Differentiate between values and beliefs in social science.
Values refer to principles or standards of behavior, while beliefs are perceptions of truth.
What is Sociology?
What is Sociology?
The study of society and its dynamics, including social interactions, groups, and institutions. The term comes from the French words "socios" (companionship) and "ologie" (study of).
Explain social forces in sociology.
Explain social forces in sociology.
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Who is Auguste Comte?
Who is Auguste Comte?
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What was Karl Marx's contribution to sociology?
What was Karl Marx's contribution to sociology?
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What are the areas of focus in Sociology?
What are the areas of focus in Sociology?
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What is Anthropology?
What is Anthropology?
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What are the Jebel Irhoud fossils?
What are the Jebel Irhoud fossils?
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How did Charles Darwin influence Anthropology?
How did Charles Darwin influence Anthropology?
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Who is Franz Boas?
Who is Franz Boas?
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Define Cultural Relativism.
Define Cultural Relativism.
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Define Ethnocentrism.
Define Ethnocentrism.
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What is Cultural Anthropology?
What is Cultural Anthropology?
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What is Linguistic Anthropology?
What is Linguistic Anthropology?
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What is Archeology?
What is Archeology?
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What is Biological Anthropology?
What is Biological Anthropology?
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What is Applied Anthropology?
What is Applied Anthropology?
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What is Political Science?
What is Political Science?
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How is Political Science a science?
How is Political Science a science?
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What was Aristotle's contribution to Political Science?
What was Aristotle's contribution to Political Science?
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What is Political Theory?
What is Political Theory?
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What is Public Law in Political Science?
What is Public Law in Political Science?
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What is Public Administration?
What is Public Administration?
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What are Political Dynamics?
What are Political Dynamics?
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Explain the area of Government and Business in Political Science.
Explain the area of Government and Business in Political Science.
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What is Legislatures and Legislation?
What is Legislatures and Legislation?
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What is International Relations?
What is International Relations?
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What is International Law?
What is International Law?
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What is Comparative Government?
What is Comparative Government?
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Study Notes
Social Sciences Essentials
- Social science is the study of people, communities, and societies, including their behaviors and interactions with each other and their environment (built, technological, and natural).
Social Science Topics
- Identity: Focuses on how people answer the question "Who are you?".
- Beliefs: Examines what people perceive as true and their values, principles, and standards of behavior.
- Social Dynamics: Explores the relationship between individual interaction and larger group behaviors.
Branches of Social Sciences
- Sociology: The study of society and social forces that influence individual and institutional behavior (e.g., sex, gender, religion, class).
- Anthropology: The study of human and their respective cultures, encompassing both physical and cultural aspects from the beginning until present. Sub-fields include:
- Cultural Anthropology: The study of people and their variations and progress in terms of culture, social life.
- Linguistics Anthropology: The study of language and communication, including origins, history, and contemporary variation.
- Archaeology: The study of past human cultures through their material remains.
- Biological Anthropology: Study of humans as biological organisms (evolution and contemporary variation).
- Applied Anthropology: Analyzing social, political, and economic problems and developing solutions.
- Political Science: The study of political power relations, focusing on issues like civic skills, government operations, political dynamics. It is based on observation, policy-making and related research, social investigation, analysis. Sub-fields include:
- Political Theory: The principles, structures, conduct, and operations of the state.
- Public Law: Laws and ordinances that govern the state/society.
- Public Administration: The academic study of civil service and governance.
- Political Dynamics: Relationships between societal forces, and political opportunities and actions.
- Comparative Government: The study and analysis of different government structures/constitutions across countries, including executive, legislative, judicial bodies, laws, administrative organizations, foreign policies, and more.
- International Relations: Analysis of nation-states' interaction, and their ties involving geographical, technological, psychological, and political factors.
- International Law: A system of agreements and treaties between countries, emphasizing shared responsibilities.
Key Figures
- Augusto Comte: Considered the "Father of Sociology," he argued for a scientific basis for the study of society.
- Karl Marx: A German philosopher and economist who developed a theory of society emphasizing class struggles over the means of production, including a unique view compared to Comte.
- Charles Darwin: His work on the Origin of Species had a profound impact by boosting scientific developments which influenced the pace of Socio-Cultural studies.
- Franz Boas: "Father" of American Anthropology, who rejected biological determinism, promoting cultural relativism and historical particularism.
Goals of Social Sciences
- To understand how societies organize, and give meaning to their existence.
- To identify patterns of social, political and cultural behavior, and how they change.
- To provide tools to understand individual and group level interaction, including understanding civic skills and humane ideals.
- To create new knowledge and theories about humankind and human behavior.
- To produce theories that examine social roles and interdependencies of people.
Covid-19 Pandemic
- The pandemic brought a global standstill, impacting tourism, businesses, leading to widespread unemployment.
- Inflation rates were impacted.
- Labor groups pushed for higher wages.
- Online education became more prevalent due to restrictions.
- Challenges were faced in adapting to online learning, in terms of communication, learning styles, and responsibilities outside of school.
Istambay Phenomena
- Istambay, or unemployed and idle individuals, are a recurring theme in Philippine society, even before the pandemic.
- The pandemic exacerbated the issue impacting employment opportunities and further increasing the numbers of those affected.
- Measures are needed to deal with the issues related to unemployment and support related to economic support, and long-term measures/solutions.
Texting, Internet, and Online Learning
- Technology is crucial for information dissemination and education, especially during emergencies (natural disasters).
- The Covid 19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of online learning in schools and increased reliance on technology for communication and learning.
- Challenges in adjusting to online learning were noted, including learning styles, responsibilities outside of school, and communication gaps.
Political Dynasties, Elections, and Charter Change
- Political dynasties dominate Philippine politics, often influencing elections and impacting decision-making on several levels.
- Issues with potential for abuse of power, unfair practices, and challenges to weaken the power of these influences in government are common in relation to these issues discussed.
Society and Culture
- Culture shapes and reflects aspects of life, rituals, behavior, and social norms within a common area/community/society/country.
- The study of society and culture focuses on shared culture/customs, behavior and norms which vary from society to society.
Society Characteristics
- Social System: Society is an interconnected system where changes in one part affect others.
- Relative Size: Socially integrated people in a specific location or territory make up a relatively large society.
- Socialization: A process where members are taught societal norms and expectations (whether born in a society or not).
- Endurance: Society must sustain itself across generations to survive.
- Common Culture: Shared symbols, norms, values, interaction patterns, vision, and mission unite members of a society.
- Defined Territory: Members share a defined geographical area.
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