SOC 1101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Erving Goffman

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Sociology
• Course: SOC 1101
• Professor: William Flynn

Document Summary

> the process of the social construction of reality is operating at all times as we give meaning to our lived experience. > a relationship between social structure and social interaction through which social issues (bullying, poverty, prostitution ) may be perpetuated. > our sociological imagination to understand the relationship between social structure (macro level) and social interaction (micro level) > non-verbal behaviour is thought of as universal in nature as we all engage in this form of communication, does not carry universal meaning and may be misinterpreted, is influenced by gender, race, class and personal context. > exploring these influences enhances our awareness of personal interpretations and subjective meaning and may lead to more effective communication. > understanding the relationship between social structure and social interaction creates the opportunity for personal empowerment. > as we develop a sense of empowerment, there is greater potential to affect change in our personal/professional life experiences, and as a contributing member of society.