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Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between racialized groups and cultural identity?
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between racialized groups and cultural identity?
- Racialized groups often maintain distinct cultural identities, separate from their racial categorization. (correct)
- Racialized groups only develop a cultural identity after experiencing discrimination.
- Racialized groups always share a single, unified cultural heritage.
- Cultural identity is the primary basis for the formation of racialized groups.
According to the material, how does racism function within political systems?
According to the material, how does racism function within political systems?
- Racism permeates political institutions, norms, and power relations. (correct)
- Racism primarily affects individual interactions and has minimal impact on political processes.
- Racism is largely absent from modern political institutions due to legal protections.
- Racism operates independently of political ideologies and power structures.
What role do power struggles play in the context of racial identities and racism?
What role do power struggles play in the context of racial identities and racism?
- Racism and racial identities remain static, irrespective of social movements or power dynamics.
- Power struggles have no effect on pre-established racial hierarchies.
- Racism and racial identities are constant and do not change.
- Racism and racial identities fluctuate in response to the power struggles between forces of domination and movements for equality. (correct)
Which concept is presented as a product of European colonial domination and white supremacy?
Which concept is presented as a product of European colonial domination and white supremacy?
What is the primary geographic focus of the cross-national perspectives mentioned in the syllabus?
What is the primary geographic focus of the cross-national perspectives mentioned in the syllabus?
According to Barbara Fields, what is the crucial distinction to recognize when discussing race and racism?
According to Barbara Fields, what is the crucial distinction to recognize when discussing race and racism?
How did European colonial elites utilize the concept of race to maintain their power?
How did European colonial elites utilize the concept of race to maintain their power?
What is the primary critique of the 'ethnicity paradigm' in sociological studies of race?
What is the primary critique of the 'ethnicity paradigm' in sociological studies of race?
According to critical scholars, what role does race play in maintaining societal structures?
According to critical scholars, what role does race play in maintaining societal structures?
How does the concept of race differ from ethnicity, according to the provided information?
How does the concept of race differ from ethnicity, according to the provided information?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between racism and inequality, as presented in the material?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between racism and inequality, as presented in the material?
What historical event is closely linked to the modern construction of race, as highlighted in the content?
What historical event is closely linked to the modern construction of race, as highlighted in the content?
How did white American sociologists respond to criticisms of racism and Anti-Semitism?
How did white American sociologists respond to criticisms of racism and Anti-Semitism?
Flashcards
Racialized groups
Racialized groups
Groups identified based on perceived racial characteristics, lacking a shared cultural identity.
Racial politics
Racial politics
The dynamics of power and struggle regarding race and identity, influenced by historical contexts.
Racism as ideology
Racism as ideology
Racism functions as a belief system that justifies inequality and domination.
Impact of colonialism
Impact of colonialism
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Social movements for equality
Social movements for equality
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Race as a construct
Race as a construct
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Role of Racism
Role of Racism
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Racial Hierarchy
Racial Hierarchy
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Ethnicity vs. Race
Ethnicity vs. Race
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Decolonization Impact
Decolonization Impact
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White Supremacy
White Supremacy
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One Drop Rule
One Drop Rule
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Power Relationships
Power Relationships
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course title: SOCIOL 3R13
- Date of presentation: January 6, 2025
Agenda
- Introduction to the course
- Syllabus review
- Q&A session
- Documentary screening
- 5-minute break
- Group discussion
Course Content: Race and Racism
- Race is a social construct, not a biological reality
- Racism is the belief that one race is superior to another, resulting in discrimination and oppression
- Racism is a power dynamic used to maintain existing social structures
- Race as a social construct arose in response to colonialism and to maintain unequal political orders
- The concept of "ethnicity" is a voluntary and culturally determined identity
- Race is an imposed identity and a hierarchical construct
- Racism and racial identities fluctuate depending on power struggles
- Color-coded racial constructs originated through European colonialism and white supremacy.
- Racial inequality has deep roots that must be understood to effect positive social change
Course Syllabus Details
- Student participation and intellectual stewardship are emphasized
- Cross-national perspectives are considered, with a focus on the Canadian context
- Understanding the root causes of racial inequality and positive social change are key learning objectives
- The course includes various assignments with specific deadlines
- Attendance and Participation: 15%
- Mid-Term Quiz: 15%, February 10th, in class
- Analytical Memo, due February 26th, 11:59 PM: 20%
- Team Research Project: 25%, Presentations in March and April
- Final Exam: 25%, Date to be determined
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