Sociology 1020 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Ethnocentrism, Cultural Imperialism, Eurocentrism
16 Mar 2017
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Interactionist perspective: look at the micro perspective in order to understand macro phenomenon. Subcultures: smaller segment of society that follows mores and folkways, they are a small group or culture existing within a larger dominant culture i. e rodeo performers, street gangs, goths, argot; subculture has developed a language or slang. Counter culture: when a culture or a group rejects society. Culture shock: feeling out of place or uncertain. Cultural diversity in canada sense of attachment and belonging in their communities and country treatment of people of all origins: multiculturalism: policy that promotes cultural and racial diversity, federal multiculturalism program set 3 main goals, 1. Identity foster a society where people of all backgrounds feel: 2. Civic participation developing citizens who are actively involved: 3. Social justice building a country that ensures fair and equitable: eurocentrism discrimination and prejudice toward those seen as non , cultural imperialism influence or imposition of material or non material.
