SOCI 1F90 Lecture : lecture 3

• School: Brock University
• Department: Sociology
• Course: SOCI 1F90
• Professor: Daniel Glenday

Document Summary

Is an explanation offered to account for a specific group of social facts or phenomena. Symbols: objects or events to which we attach meaning (are the basis of social life) We are able to interact with others because we share an understanding of the meaning of certain symbols. Society is a whole unit, made up of interrelated parts that work together. Dysfunctions e. g. the automobile can be a good example of how this works. Individuals and social groups struggle for their "fair share" of scarce resources. Rejects 1) reasons promise to unmask prejudice and lead humanity toward more personal freedom 2) human progress based on scientific discoveries and materialism. Recognizes cultural and sexual diversity whereas modernity advances material and cultural homogenization. New information and communications technologies mediated through the internet makes from (images and symbols) more important than substance: mcluhan - global village and "medium not the message"