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What was Durkheim's primary focus in his work "Suicide"?
What was Durkheim's primary focus in his work "Suicide"?
What concept did Max Weber introduce to understand social phenomena?
What concept did Max Weber introduce to understand social phenomena?
What is Georg Simmel's unique perspective on Sociology?
What is Georg Simmel's unique perspective on Sociology?
What significant contribution did W.E.B. Du Bois make to Sociology?
What significant contribution did W.E.B. Du Bois make to Sociology?
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Which sociologist is credited with founding Hull House, an organization that assisted European migrants?
Which sociologist is credited with founding Hull House, an organization that assisted European migrants?
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What is the primary focus of the "big three" schools of thought in Sociology?
What is the primary focus of the "big three" schools of thought in Sociology?
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Which sociologist is known for translating Auguste Comte's work into English?
Which sociologist is known for translating Auguste Comte's work into English?
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Which of the following concepts is NOT associated with Max Weber's work?
Which of the following concepts is NOT associated with Max Weber's work?
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What is the primary focus of sociology?
What is the primary focus of sociology?
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Which founding father of sociology criticized capitalism and proposed Communism?
Which founding father of sociology criticized capitalism and proposed Communism?
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What term describes the feeling of being disconnected from one's labor, as explained by Marx?
What term describes the feeling of being disconnected from one's labor, as explained by Marx?
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Which of the following concepts is about the interconnectedness of individuals within society?
Which of the following concepts is about the interconnectedness of individuals within society?
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Who is often recognized as the first true positivist sociologist?
Who is often recognized as the first true positivist sociologist?
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Which theory focuses on the roles individuals play in society and the expectations associated with those roles?
Which theory focuses on the roles individuals play in society and the expectations associated with those roles?
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What is the key difference between qualitative and quantitative data in sociology?
What is the key difference between qualitative and quantitative data in sociology?
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What does the term 'hegemonic masculinity' refer to in sociological studies?
What does the term 'hegemonic masculinity' refer to in sociological studies?
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Study Notes
Sociology Overview
- Defined as the study of human society; rooted in the quest for understanding social order.
- Coined by Auguste Comte in the 1830s amidst societal change.
- Remains a relatively new discipline in Behavioral Sciences, focused on the operation of societies.
Founding Fathers of Sociology
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Karl Marx:
- German philosopher and Father of Communism.
- Authored "The Communist Manifesto" (1848), critiquing Capitalism and highlighting worker exploitation and alienation.
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Emile Durkheim:
- Considered the first positivist sociologist.
- Explored the link between labor division and lifestyles in "The Division of Labor and Society" (1893).
- Investigated suicide, attributing its rates to social conditions in his book "Suicide".
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Max Weber:
- Analyzed society through logic and rationality; introduced the concept of "Verstehen" (understanding).
- Famous for "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism", exploring the relationship between ethics and economic success.
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Georg Simmel:
- Less recognized, focused on the numerical aspects of sociology.
- Contributions gained relevance with global population growth.
Sociology and Race
- W.E.B. Du Bois:
- Pioneering African-American sociologist and NAACP co-founder.
- First African-American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard; published "The Souls of Black Folk" (1903) introducing "Double-Consciousness".
Female Sociologists and Contributions
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Harriet Martineau:
- Regarded as the first female sociologist; translated Comte’s works into English.
- Faced dismissal in the field due to gender bias.
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Jane Addams:
- Founder of Hull House aiding European migrants in the U.S.
- Influential in the development of the Chicago School, focusing on Urban Sociology.
Sociological Theories
- A variety of theories attempt to explain societal operations, intersecting with disciplines like psychology and biology.
- The "big three" perspectives include Conflict Theory, Structural Functionalism, and Symbolic Interactionism, essential for analyzing societal components.
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Test your knowledge of key sociology concepts, including midrange theory, scientific method, and more. Covers various theories, concepts, and thinkers in the field of sociology.
