SOC 232 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Ethnomethodology, Physical Attractiveness
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Investigation of social order is, above all, an investigation of the problems of permanence and change. The bonds that unite: speaking of we : looking at how individuals are brought together within larger configurations of people. How does this occur, under what circumstances and with what effects: another way of putting it: who do we mean when we say all of us", we demand", and. Social groups a collection of two or more people who interact frequently with one another and share a sense of belonging. Can also say they are composed of set of people who identify with one another, and adhere to defined norms, roles, or statuses. Examples: members of a family, sports team, or college. Primary groups groups where norms, roles, and statuses are agreed upon but not put in writing. Social interaction leads to strong emotional ties, extends over long period, and involves wide range of activities. Results in group members knowing one another well.
