SOC101Y1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Mcdonaldization, Oligarchy, Meritocracy
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Oct 9th lecture 5 groups and organizations. Looking at how individuals are brought together within larger configurations of people. Another way of putting it: who do we mean when we sat all of us", we demand", and we would agree". Social groups => a collection of two or more people who interact frequently with one another and share a sense of belonging. Can also say they are composed of set of people who identify with one another, and adhere to defined norms, roles, or statuses. Examples: members of a family, sports team, or college. Primary groups => groups where norms, roles, and statuses are agreed upon but not put in writing. Social interaction leads to strong emotional ties, extends over long period, and involves wide range of activities. Results in group members knowing one another well. Example: the family (most important primary group) In comparison to primary groups, secondary groups:
