Primary and Secondary
A small, close knit group like family or close friends is called this.
Primary Group
This institution is responsible for teaching knowledge, skills, and cultural values.
education
Peer pressure is an example of this type of social influence.
informal Social influence
Newspapers and radio were examples of this type of media in the early 20th century.
Print and Broadcast Media
Homelessness is considered this type of issue in society.
social problem
Larger, more impersonal groups such as classmates or coworkers are called this.
Secondary groups
This institution organizes the production and distribution of goods and services
economy
A new fashion trend spreading quickly among students is an example of this.
cultural diffusion
Television changed mass media by allowing this type of communication into homes
visual communication
When groups of people organize to challenge inequality or injustice, they are engaging in this.
Social Resitance
Membership in a primary group influences students’ behavior by shaping these early learned expectations.
group norms
This institution is often the first to transmit values and norms to children.
family
Laws passed to protect civil rights represent this type of influence.
Formal Social Influence
Modern mass media often uses these computer based systems to decide what content people see online.
Algorithms
Large scale collective efforts that seek to fundamentally change social structures, such as the Civil Rights Movement, are examples of this.
Social Movements
Membership in secondary groups often influences students’ behavior by reinforcing these shared expectations.
roles
This institution provides moral guidelines and often influences laws and cultural practices.
religion
Social movements like environmental activism often lead to this type of change.
social change
One way the role of mass media has changed is by allowing individuals to do this instantly.
information globalization
When resistance escalates into widespread efforts to overthrow existing systems, it is often called this.
revolution
Explain how being part of both primary and secondary groups shapes a student’s identity and decision making
Primary groups provide emotional support and instill core values, while secondary groups expose students to broader social expectations and responsibilities. Together, they shape identity and guide decisions by balancing personal values with societal norms.
This institution establishes and enforces rules, maintains order, and transmits values of authority and citizenship.
Government
Explain how both immediate influences (like peer pressure) and long term influences (like social movements) interact to shape society.
Immediate influences affect daily choices and behaviors, while long-term movements reshape cultural values and institutions. Together, they create both short-term adaptations and lasting transformations in society.
Project one possible future change in mass media and explain its potential impact on society.
Virtual reality media could immerse people in interactive news and entertainment, potentially increasing engagement but also blurring the line between reality and simulation.
Social movements often begin when people notice these repeating issues in society, such as inequality or discrimination.
Systemic Problems