Sociology - Unit 1 Flashcards

The idea that upper and lower-class citizens are always at odds with one another

An analysis tool that looks at the processes of change in society

Principles that guide the conduct of sociologists in their research and interactions with others

A view of society as a complex system of interdependent parts that emphasizes the importance of social structures and institutions in maintaining social order and stability

A clear and concise question that defines the focus of the study

Systematic approach to test hypotheses and theories

a key component of the sociological perspective that involves the ability to view individual experiences and challenges within a larger social and historical context

A way of understanding and analyzing human behavior and social interaction from a broader societal context that involves examining how social forces and institutions shape individuals and their actions

The study of human relationships and how people interact with one another.

Focuses on the structure of society