Perspectives in Sociology Worksheet
Complete Parts 1 and 2 below. Respond to each question in complete sentences using at least the minimum number of words indicated. Be sure to include citations to reference the location of any information that you use from the textbook or other resources.
Part 1: Sociology and Society
This week, you were introduced to sociology and the ways that culture shapes an individual’s experiences within a society. Sociologists study patterns and social facts to examine the relationships between an individual’s behavior and experiences and the wider culture that shapes their choices.
Respond to the following prompts:

•    In your own words, provide a 100- to 125-word explanation of how sociology, society, and culture are inter-related.
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•    In your own words, provide a 75- to 90-word explanation of sociological imagination and how it influences a person’s decisions.
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Part 2: Sociological Theories
When examining the world, sociologists use theories to evaluate social issues. Theories are used to analyze a variety of perspectives on social issues and how different aspects of society may work.

Consider the sociological theories you have studied this week and respond to the following prompts:
•    In your own words, provide a 50- to 75-word description of symbolic interactionism and how it is used by sociologists.
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•    In your own words, provide a 50- to 75-word description of structural functionalism and how it is used by sociologists.
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•    In your own words, provide a 50- to 75-word description of conflict theory and how it is used by sociologists.
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Review the following segments of “It’s All About Culture” from this week’s University Library Resources:
•    “What Is Corporate Culture?”
•    “Levels of Culture Within an Organization”
•    “Types of Corporate Cultures”
Consider the relationship between corporate culture and the sociological theories you have studied this week and respond to the following prompt:
•    In your own words, provide a 100- to 125-word explanation of how one or more sociological theories work within corporate culture.
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