Social System – Biological thinking has influenced many sociologists. Herbert Spencer, who was greatly influenced by the views of Charles Darwin, created an organic analogy by comparing society to a human organization. From classical times to the Middle Ages, writers were fascinated by this organic similarity. The studies of human physiology and anatomy carried out…
The concept of institutions is one of the most important in the entire field of sociology. Unfortunately, this is a concept that is not used consistently by sociologists. The importance of understanding the concept of institutions for understanding society is simultaneously recognized by all sociologists. In fact, Durkheim went so far as to define sociology…
We often use the words “association” and “institution” in our daily conversations. In some cases, these words are used interchangeably with the same meaning. However, these words are used in a particular way in sociology. Therefore, you need to know the meaning, nature and difference between these two terms. Association as a means of pursuing…
Scientific method in sociology – The basis of research in any science or field is its method. Science in general and natural science in particular follows the scientific method. The scientific method contributes significantly to its reliability and objectivity. The scientific method consists of specific steps or procedures that must be followed precisely. Below is…
The concept of “society” is the most basic concept in sociology. Nevertheless, it is one of the vaguest and most common terms in the sociologist’s vocabulary. We talk about cooperatives, agricultural societies, friendship societies, Jesuits, Theosophical societies, etc. In these examples, “society” simply means an association. Sometimes we may say: “I enjoy being with him,”…
Methods of Sociology – Sociology as a social science has attempted to develop its own research methods. Compared to other social sciences, sociology has major problems in developing satisfactory methods. Although sociology is still in its infancy, it attempts to deal with various aspects of human social life as accurately as possible. Human social life…
