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SOCIOLOGY “Not only is the self entwined in society; it owes society its existence in the most literal sense.” —Theodor Adorno Atay 2 “THE TRAITS THAT I ACQUIRED” 1. Make a list of the traits/vices that you have acquired from your society/ community. Examples: Positive: Being active in church, Participating in Youth Organization etc. Negative: Smoking, Drinking Alcohol, Gambling etc. 2. Compare your list with your seatmate. 3. Discuss why you have acquired those traits or vices. 4, Group sharing will follow. [ithe Self as a Product of Modern Society Among Other Constructions Sociologists are concerned with questions about the person in the community. For example, they ask questions, like: “How does society influence you?” “How do you affect society?” More importantly, “Who are you as a person in the community?” Sociology posits that socially formed norms, beliefs, and values come to exist within the person to a degree where these become natural and normal (Elwell, 2003), thus, developing the person's self-identity. Modernization has significantly changed society, and this has affected how an individual builds and develops his or her self-identity, Pre-modern society was centered on survival. People behaved according to social rules and traditions while the family and the immediate environment provided supervision on how to get through life Choosing where to live, what line of work to do, and even who to marry was very limited (Hermannsdottir, 2011). A Kelas Apronch Si sting The Sif 23 Modernization, however, has improved people’s living conditions. A Person in thy modern society is free to choose where to live, what to do, and who to be with. Howey, stability has also decreased as traditions and traditional support systems, such as the family, have decreased in importance. In modern societies, individualism is dominant, and developing one’s self-identity is central (Giddens, 1991). Key characteristics of modernity According to Giddens (1991), the most patent, major characteristics of modernity are: 1. Industrialism, the social relations implied in the extensive use of material Power and machinery in all processes of production; 2. Capitalism, a production system involving both competitive product markets and the commodification (putting a price tag) of labor power. 8. Institutions of surveillance, the massive increase of power and reach by institutions, especially in government; and 4. Dynamism, the most evident characteristic of a modern society. Dynamism is characterized as having vigorous activity and progress. Ina modern society, life 'S not a predetermined path with limited options based on location, family, or Bender, itis a society full of possibilities, Everything is subject to change, and changes happen much more rapidly than ever before in human history. Social groups and social network Sociologist George Simmel expressed that people create social networks by joining Social groups. A social group is described as having two or more people interacting with one another, sharing similar characteristics, and whose members identify themselves as part of the group. An example of a social group is your family, your barkada, your classmates. Meanwhile, social network refers to the ties or connections that link you to Your social group (Khan Academy, WEB). The connection you have with your family is your blood relation; the connection you have with your barkada is your friendship; and the connection you have with your classmates is the common interest to learn, A social group is either organic or rational. An organic group is naturally occurring, and itis highly influenced by your family. This is usually formed in traditional societies because there is little diversity in these communities. Sociologist George Simmel stated that you join these groups because your family is also a Part of it, in the first place. He called it organic motivation. Simmel noted that the positive effect of organic groups is rootedness. This means the foundation of the social network runs deep, thus, giving the person a sense of belongingness. The downside, however, is that organic groups imply less freedom and greater social conformity. You are expected to act and behave according to your community's standards (Allan, 2012) 24 A Hite Apr lente Rational“groups occur in modern societies. Modern societies are made up of ‘different people coming from different places. The family in modern societies is not the main motivation when joining rational social groups. Rational groups are formed as a matter of shared self-interests; moreover, people join these groups out of their own free will, Simmel called this rational motivation. Rational groups imply greater freedom, especially the freedom of movement. Relationships based on self-interest are not as embedded as organic relationships. Interests change and when they do, group members change. The relationship between rational social networks is tenuous, and the person feels no meaningful connection with the others (Allan, 2012}. [Mead and the Social Self “A multiple personality is in a certain sense normal.” —George Herbert Mead Have you ever watched someone do something? Of course you have. Even as babies we watch others, like mom or dad, do something. Why de we do that? It's how we learn. We learn to do things; we learn what's safe and what's not. When we watch other people, we learn a lot about ourselves. Moreover, when we watch others, we also come to understand people. We understand why they behave the way they do; what identity they claim; and what role they play in society. On the other hand, while you get to know yourself and understand others by watching people, how can you understand yourself? Can you “watch” yourself as objectively as you do the others? This is the question that sociologist George Mead explored. George Herbert Mead was a sociologist from the late 1800s. He is well known for his “theory of the Social Self.” Mead’s work focused on how the “self” is developed. His theory is based on the perspective that the self is a product of social interactions and internalizing the external (.e., other people's) views along with one’s personal view about oneself, Mead believed the “self” is not present at birth; rather it develops over time through social experiences and activities. Developing the self Mead developed a concept that proposed different stages of self-development. These stages are language, play, and game. ‘According to Mead, self-development and language are intimately tied. Through shared understanding of symbols, gestures, and sound, language gives the individual the capacity to express himself or herself while at the same time comprehending what the other people are conveying, Language sets the stage for self-development. ‘The second stage for self-development is play. At this level, individuals role-play or assume the perspective of others. Role-playing enables the person to internalize some A Hats Aypruck i ledestantry other people's Perspectives; hence, he or she develops an _ ot how the other People feel about themselves (and about others, too) in a variety of situations. Meanwhile, the game stage is the level where the individual not only internalizes the other people's Perspectives, he or she is also able to take into account societal rules ang adheres to it. According to Mead, the self is developed by understanding the rule, ang one must abide by it to win the game or be successful at an activity. Two sides of self: “1” and “Me” Mead sees the person as an active process, further proposed two interactive facets of the z have a didactic relationship, to Mead, “me” is the produc Rot just a mere reflection of society. He elf: the “I” and “me.” The “me” and the “[" which is like a system of checks and balances. According * of what the person has learned while interacting with ‘ment. Learned behaviors, attitudes, and even expectations | whoiam how people proniepieanr 9 See mee | ei ws ess oa On the inside on the outside 26 A Hodis Ayre 5 thts RSG) © SUMMATIVE TEST _ ) Name: 4 Score: ____—— Course and Year: core = __ $y (Lets Bost your. memory) Choose your answer from i capitalism i dynamism game i “ 10. the word bank below: industrialism organic group | language play | “me” rational group } modernization social group | his stage internalizes some other people’s ‘The individual at ¢! les and adheres perspectives by taking into account societal rul to these. It is characterized as having vigoro' which is evident of a modern society. that involves both competitive product wus activity and progress, ‘This is a characteristi market and commodification of labor force. ‘This part of self is the product of what the person learns while interacting with the others. ‘This group is highly influenced by family. This group implies freedom of movement ‘This part of self presents impulses and drives, which also expresses individualism and creativity. Itisa group described as having two or more people interacting with one another and sharing similar characteristics as part of the group. This characteristic refers to social relations with the use of machinery in production.” At this stage, individuals role-play or assume the perspectives of others. - tite pei chiang TREGS) " 2T Note: Narrative form Short bond paper (1.5 space in between lines) Font size (12) (Arial Narrow/Times Roman) 2-3 pages in length (Use plastic, green folder) B. ROLE- PLAY and “Me” Self" | Instructions: 1. Form 5 groups. 2, Act out the two sides of self by Mead; the “I” and “ME” 3. Show the relationship between the two sides of the self. ANTHROPOLOGY indeed, much of the self is learned by making new memories out of old | ones." | Joseph E. Ledoux | Aetily 8 A-PAIR-SHARE ACTIVITY ON “ME AND MY CULTURE” Compare your culture with your partner’ culture. Whats the beauty of both cultures? Do you religiously practice your cultural customs and traditions, ike celebrating fiestas, Christmas, and the like, or everything has changed because of

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