PHED-4217EL Study Guide - Final Guide: Flag Of Canada, Social Stratification, Meritocracy
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Chapter 6; deviance n sports: is it out of control: what are 5 problems faced by those studying deviance in sports. Using functionalist theory, conflict theory and interactionist/critical theory, present two points from each which affect how deviance is seen. Conflict theory: interferes with the interests of wealthy people. No behavior is inherently deviant - only that which is defined to be so by those in positions of power. Those who do not have any say in society are in more danger of having their behavior labeled as deviant, just because they cannot defend it as being normal. Over or under conformity would be deviant (anarchy vs fascism: describe the difference between deviant underconformity and deviant overconformity as they are believed to operate in sports. In your answer elaborate on the four major norms in the sport ethic. The sport ethic is a set of norms accepted as what it means to be an athlete in power and performance sports.
