SOCB43H3 Lecture : SImmel
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Definition: 3 from simmel, 1 from mead, 3 from, weber/durkheim. Definition: degree to which any group/social circle overlaps with others. More intersection, overlap, the higher the sense of uniqueness and individuality. Social development is a movement from ascription (parts of yourself that are simply given to you by birth) to achievement (make you make of yourself) Achievement you develop your own thins and seek out for relationships with people who are similar to you in terms of goals, achievements, etc (universities were created based on culture/nationality based. Modern universities are based on modern disciplines that one studies) Ascription you live where everyone knows each other, you don"t change yourself a whole lot. Modern version: parental family of both sides (husband, wife) produced a founded family. Husbands and wives tend to have different jobs, roles, hobbies, interests, usually children etc. no. Me" determined by the circles you are in. Pre-modern: not over lapping circles but concentric circles (circles within circles).
