Intro-to-sociology-exam-1 May 2026

The stable arrangement of institutions and social patterns that shape society.

Micro-sociology focuses on small-scale interactions (face-to-face), while macro-sociology examines large-scale social processes like globalization or class struggles. 2. Major Theoretical Perspectives intro-to-sociology-exam-1

Preparing for your first exam often involves shifting from "common sense" to a scientific, systematic view of how society shapes individual lives. This guide covers the essential theories, founding figures, and research methods typical of an introductory college course. 1. The Sociological Perspective The stable arrangement of institutions and social patterns

The core of sociology is the (a term coined by C. Wright Mills ), which is the ability to see the connection between personal troubles and larger social issues. Major Theoretical Perspectives Preparing for your first exam

Most exams focus heavily on these three foundational lenses:

Patterns of behavior that exist outside the individual but exert social control, such as laws, morals, and customs (emphasized by Emile Durkheim ).