Sociology Research Methods and Concepts

This video introduces sociology, exploring how institutions like media shape behavior and perceptions. It discusses the impact of social groups on life chances, highlighting inequalities in education. The video examines power dynamics, contrasting feminist and Marxist views, and emphasizes the importance of research methods in understanding society.

What is one of the main questions sociology seeks to answer?

• How to cook a perfect meal

• What is the best exercise routine?

• Are we free to make our own decisions?

• How to become a millionaire

Which institution is NOT mentioned as shaping our behavior?

• Family

• Sports

• Media

• Religion

What misconception about crime rates is influenced by the media?

• Crime rates have been stable since 1992

• Crime rates have been unpredictable since 1992

• Crime rates have been rising since 1992

• Crime rates have been falling since 1992

What term is used to describe the opportunities we have in life to progress?

• Life chances

• Social mobility

• Cultural capital

• Economic status

Which social group tends to benefit most from the UK education system?

• Children from poor families

• Children from rich families

• Children from rural areas

• Children from middle-class families

According to feminists, who are the most powerful group in society?

• Women

• Men

• Children

• Elderly

What do Marxists believe is the biggest divide in society?

• Between young and old

• Between urban and rural

• Between men and women

• Between rich and poor

What is a key consideration when choosing a research method in sociology?

• The ease of use

• The popularity of the method

• The type of information it provides

• The cost of the method

What is a potential drawback of using online questionnaires in research?

• They are difficult to distribute

• They may not provide detailed data

• They provide too much data

• They are too expensive

What is the focus of the final section of the video?

• Research methods in sociology

• Famous sociologists

• Theories of sociology

• History of sociology