SOC102H1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Georg Simmel, Anatol Rapoport, Social Capital
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Nan lin:inequality of social capital contributes to overall inequality. Karl deutsch:nationalism and social communication:examined role of citizens and social communication in nation-building;proposed that strongly integrated nations are bound by high levels of social communication among citizens. Anatol rapoport how networks of info biased by strong ties differed from by weak ties. Kathlee carley social segregation in network is direct consequence of restricted info flow. Lord of flies:boys" cruelty is not result of absence of society, it is result of unlimited society,hierarchical society under a cruel leader. Patricia adler and peter adler:cliques in school members similar in background and behaviour,have boundaries and rituals,leader. Typical school social system: isolates; middle group; wannabees(hang around popular clique hoping for inclusion); popular clique. James coleman:the adolescent society:popularity in high school:boys athletic ability,girls,good looks. William foote whyte street corner society:central importance of leadership in clique become homogeneous achieved status (grades, interests) less homogeneous ascribed status (race,gender) universalistic:equal rights inherit property.
