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What is the basic organization of individuals that determines the uniqueness of their behavior?
What is the basic organization of individuals that determines the uniqueness of their behavior?
- Character
- Personality (correct)
- Attitude
- Mood
In sociology, what does the term 'SOCIOLOGY' refer to?
In sociology, what does the term 'SOCIOLOGY' refer to?
- Study of individual behavior only
- Study of psychological development
- Study of society and social relationships (correct)
- Study of societal norms only
How is man described in terms of being a social being in the text?
How is man described in terms of being a social being in the text?
- Man is born into a community without any form of socialization
- Man does not have a need for social interaction
- Man understands himself before being part of a community
- Man is born into a community before fully understanding himself (correct)
Which social institutions contribute to shaping our social identity according to the text?
Which social institutions contribute to shaping our social identity according to the text?
What is the process through which we are exposed to behavior, social rules, and attitudes that contribute to our social development?
What is the process through which we are exposed to behavior, social rules, and attitudes that contribute to our social development?
Which term refers to the study of society, patterns of social relationships, social interaction, and culture of everyday life?
Which term refers to the study of society, patterns of social relationships, social interaction, and culture of everyday life?
Which philosopher argued that all knowledge comes exclusively through experience?
Which philosopher argued that all knowledge comes exclusively through experience?
How does Charles Horton Cooley define the social self?
How does Charles Horton Cooley define the social self?
What is one major factor that influences personality development according to the text?
What is one major factor that influences personality development according to the text?
What does a subculture differentiate itself from?
What does a subculture differentiate itself from?
What is the main process through which individuals learn the basic skills, values, beliefs, and behavior patterns of society?
What is the main process through which individuals learn the basic skills, values, beliefs, and behavior patterns of society?
According to John Locke, what is the mind like at birth?
According to John Locke, what is the mind like at birth?
According to Charles Horton Cooley, what is the looking-glass self?
According to Charles Horton Cooley, what is the looking-glass self?
In the looking-glass self theory, why might people take feedback from trusted individuals more seriously?
In the looking-glass self theory, why might people take feedback from trusted individuals more seriously?
What is one of the steps involved in the process of discovering the looking-glass self according to Charles Horton Cooley?
What is one of the steps involved in the process of discovering the looking-glass self according to Charles Horton Cooley?
How does George Herbert Mead believe the self emerges?
How does George Herbert Mead believe the self emerges?
What is one aspect of George Herbert Mead's theory of the social self?
What is one aspect of George Herbert Mead's theory of the social self?
How does Charles Horton Cooley describe the impact of social interaction on self-perception?
How does Charles Horton Cooley describe the impact of social interaction on self-perception?
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Study Notes
Organization of Behavior
- Uniqueness in behavior is shaped by basic social organization among individuals.
Definition of Sociology
- Sociology is the study of society, social relationships, interactions, and everyday cultural practices.
Man as a Social Being
- Humans are inherently social beings, forming connections and developing behaviors through interactions.
Social Institutions
- Key institutions shaping social identity include family, education, religion, and the media.
Social Development Process
- Socialization is the process of being exposed to behaviors, rules, and attitudes essential for social development.
Study of Society
- Sociology encompasses the study of societal patterns, social interactions, and cultural norms.
Empiricism Philosopher
- John Locke posited that all knowledge derives from experiential learning.
Definition of Social Self
- Charles Horton Cooley defines the social self as a concept of self that arises from social interactions and the perceptions others have of us.
Personality Development
- One significant factor influencing personality development is socialization through various social environments.
Subculture Definition
- A subculture differentiates itself from the larger dominant culture, showcasing distinct values and practices.
Learning Basic Skills
- Primary socialization is the main process through which individuals gain fundamental skills, values, and behaviors of society.
Mind at Birth
- According to John Locke, the mind at birth is akin to a "tabula rasa" or blank slate.
Looking-Glass Self
- The “looking-glass self” concept by Cooley suggests that self-perception is shaped by how we believe others view us.
Feedback and Self-Perception
- Individuals often regard feedback from trusted sources as more credible, thus impacting their self-image and actions.
Steps in Looking-Glass Self
- One step in discovering the looking-glass self involves imagining how we appear to others.
Emergence of Self
- George Herbert Mead theorized that the self emerges from social experiences and interactions.
Aspect of Mead's Social Self Theory
- Mead emphasized the role of social processes in developing self-identity and understanding societal roles.
Social Interaction and Self-Perception
- Cooley described that social interactions significantly influence one’s self-perception and identity formation.
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