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Sociology of football

Kicking It with Society: Unveiling the Sociological Wonders of Football

Kicking It with Society: Unveiling the Sociological Wonders of Football Beyond the exhilarating goals and nail-biting matches, football, or soccer, is more than just a game—it’s a social sensation that weaves through the fabric of societies worldwide. Dive into the thrilling realm of the sociology of football, where cultural influences, communal ties, and identity twists […]

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Getting to Grips with the Sociology of Childhood

Getting to Grips with the Sociology of Childhood Childhood is more than just a phase of life; it’s a social construct; shaped by cultural, historical, and societal influences. Sociologists delve into the sociology of childhood to understand how society views and moulds the experiences of its youngest members. In this short video, we’ll explore key […]

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masculinity and crime

Simon Willow’s Study on Masculinity and Crime, and Entrepreneurial Concerns in Sunderland

Simon Willow’s Study on Masculinity and Crime, and Entrepreneurial Concerns in Sunderland In 1989, British sociologist Simon Willow conducted a study on the nature of masculinity and crime, and entrepreneurial concerns in the city of Sunderland. Using covert participant observation over a period of 18 months, Willow documented the daily lives of young men living […]

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The Hidden Curriculum

The Hidden Curriculum

The Hidden Curriculum For centuries, schooling has been closely linked to the workplace. But what does this ‘Hidden Curriculum‘ mean for students? In 1976, political scientists Samuel Bowles and Herbert Gintis proposed a radical theory about the purpose of education in capitalist societies: Schools are used to prepare children for working in capitalist businesses. This […]

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Education as an Ideological State Apparatus – Sociology of Education

Education as an Ideological State Apparatus In 1971, Louis Althusser wrote about the concept of ideological state apparatuses (ISAs), which includes education as an Ideological State Apparatus. Althusser argued that education is an important part of a repressive state apparatus in a capitalist society. Through education, the upper class is able to maintain its power […]

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How Labelling Impact Social Class

How Labelling Impact Social Class Have you ever heard of the word labelling? This concept refers to a sociological theory of social behaviour which states that the behaviour of human beings is influenced significantly by the way other members in society label them. It’s a common occurrence in schools and universities. But labels are more […]

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Postmodernity and Religion – A-Level Sociology

Postmodernity and Religion Danielle Hervieu-Leger view on postmodernity and religion is that contemporary society is characterised by a lack of commitment to any particular religious tradition— instead, individuals make personal choices about what aspects of religion they wish to incorporate into their lives. This individualised approach to religion has led to a kind of “cultural […]

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