Sociology Answers

Which of the following have contributed towards the development of new social patterns in society. A. The development of tevhnology. B. Traditional values. C. The growth of mass media. D. Making predictions

Race and ethnicity are terms that are commonly confused in everyday life. Furthermore, the concepts of racism, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination are often topics of discussion without much thought as to their precise meaning. First, discuss in your life how these terms have been used by yourself, friends, and family members and how that usage differs from sociological understanding. Second, comment on whether or not these terms have played a role in your life (positive or negative) and in what manner. Third, imagine that you identify yourself under the label “Hispanic”; given the knowledge presented, how might you respond to the following statement: “But you don’t look Hispanic … !” Fourth and finally, post a response to another classmate's posting discussing your thoughts in a respectful and thoughtful manner. What stood out to you about their discussion? Can you empathize?

2. Do you consider the internet to be a private or public space? Please explain your answer.

3. Discuss two ways a cyber community is like a real community.

4. Discuss two ways a cyber community is different than a real community.

5. If Cyberspace is a community too, who are the citizens?

6. What is the name and “purpose” of the cyber community you are observing?

7. Why did you choose this community to observe?

8. Do you know the moderator personally? Do you know anyone in the group?

9. Briefly discuss two major reasons it appears people login to this community.

10. Do you ever think about your “social media presence or digital footprint?” Why or why not?

what does the word cyberspace mean to you?

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(choose the right one ) the symbolic interactionist approach to minority groups is that they..
a. are assimilated into dominant society
b. have no historical background
c. form their identity because of socio - historical change
d. have no real identity

define sociology in 10 sentences

the following are conditions that need to be met if racial prejudice is to be reduced. (Choose the right one)
a. social norms favouring equality must be agreed upon.
b. contact must be between individuals of equal status
c. contact must be sustained
d. schools need to changed their enrolment policies

Highly complex,industrialised societies tend to....