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Understanding Culture Society and Politics
This course uses Anthropology, Political Science, and Sociology insights to develop students' awareness of cultural, social, and political dynamics and sensitivity to cultural diversity.
Why are anthropology and sociology related to UCSP?
Anthropology is the study of humans/people, which is related to UCSP because it deals with different cultures, religions, and genders. Sociology is related because it helps us understand society and human behavior in relation to its environment.
Why do we have to understand the culture?
Understanding culture is important to avoid criticism and to have a better understanding of different people and their beliefs.
Why inclusiveness and prejudice are related to UCSP?
UCSP aims to develop social and cultural competence, which includes being inclusive and understanding diversity. Prejudice arises when there is a lack of understanding and sensitivity towards different cultures.
What is society?
Society refers to a group of people who live together and interact with one another.
What is sociology?
Sociology is the scientific study of society and human behavior in its environment. It explores phenomena such as crime, law, poverty, wealth, prejudice, and discrimination.
How is sociology useful?
Sociology interprets raw facts using sociological perspectives, which helps us see general patterns in the behavior of particular people. It also allows us to see the strange in the familiar by questioning common sense and experiencing society as if it's our first time.
Why do we need to learn sociology?
Learning sociology helps us understand problems and issues in society, as it allows us to see the general in particular and see the strange in the familiar.
What is social location?
Social location refers to the way individuals classify themselves in society based on factors such as race, social class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and language.
What is culture?
Culture refers to the way of life shared by a group of people. It includes language, norms, rituals, values, and artifacts.
What are the elements of culture?
The elements of culture include language (verbal/nonverbal), norms (formal and informal), rituals, values, and artifacts.
What are norms?
Norms are standards and expectations for behaving. Formal norms refer to the most important standards of behavior in any society, while informal norms are considered less important but still influence behavior.
What are rituals?
Rituals are procedures and ceremonies that often mark transitions in the life course. They reflect and transmit a culture's norms and other elements from one generation to the next.
What are values?
Values involve judgments of what is good or bad and desirable or undesirable. They shape the beliefs and behaviors of individuals within a society.
What are artifacts?
Artifacts are material objects that contribute to a society's material culture. They can include tools, buildings, clothing, and other physical items.
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