Discussion question 1- These are from the book Introduction to socio.docx
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The document presents discussion questions derived from the book 'Introduction to Sociology' by Henry L. Tischler, focusing on socialization in the context of social media as an agent of socialization. It asks whether social media friends can be categorized as primary or secondary groups and explores the determinants of deviant behavior across various social contexts. Additionally, it questions the relationship between those who define deviant behavior and their own potential deviant actions.
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Discussion question 1- These are from the book Introduction to socio.docx
- 1. Discussion question 1- These are from the book Introduction to sociolgy 11th edition-Henry L.Tischler Last week (in Ch. 4 of Tischler) we learned about agents of socialization. Today, many people argue that social media such as Facebook and Twitter are a new agent of socialization. Given the six necessary functions of social groups identified on p. 124, do you consider your social media friends to be a primary or secondary group? Explain your answer. Discussion 2 Who determines what counts as deviant behavior? Within a family, within American society, within government, on the job? Do those who determine deviant behavior engage in deviant behavior? Explain your answer.