Key Concepts
What is the term for the shared beliefs, values, and practices in a society?
Culture
What is the basic social institution that is normally made up of parents and children?
Family
What is the term for how individuals see themselves and are seen by others in society?
Identity
What is the name for information collected from direct observation or experience?
Primary research
What is the term for a society’s shared language, symbols, and rituals?
Communication/Hybridity
Which additional concept focuses on the day-to-day lived experiences of people?
Micro-level
Which institution is responsible for educating young people in society?
School
Which agent of socialisation includes TV, Internet, and advertising?
The media
What research method involves asking people questions to gather information about their beliefs or experiences?
Questionnaire/Survey
Name one way technology has changed young people’s lives in Australia.
Increased use of social media
Which fundamental concept describes a pattern of relationships between individuals and groups in the world?
Society
What social institution manages the rules and laws of society?
Government or legal system
Who are the first agents of socialisation for most people?
Family
What is the method called where researchers watch subjects in their natural settings without interference?
Observation
What is an example of a social norm in Australian society?
Teacher discretion e.g. please and thank you
What is the study of societies and cultures called?
Sociology
What institution provides moral and ethical guidance based on spiritual beliefs?
Religion
What is it called when a person has more than one cultural background or heritage?
Multiculturalism
What type of research collects descriptive, non-numerical data?
Qualitative research
What is the difference between a custom and a law?
A custom is a traditional practice; a law is a rule enforced by government.
Which concept refers to the organisation of individuals into groups based on characteristics like wealth, power, or occupation?
Social stratification
Which institution is involved in organising production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services?
The economy
What is the term for learning from friends and peers?
What do we call a detailed study of one person, group, or event?
Case Study
Why might groups form subcultures within a society?
To express unique values or identities that differ from mainstream culture.