What are the main concepts of

sociology?
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The main concepts of sociology include the history and theories to explain and predict human
behavior and interaction; the symbols, values, norms and languages of cultures and society; and
social interactions and social control.Class systems within cultures and groups are also a main
concept of sociology.
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When studying sociology, students are typically exposed to concepts such as social
patterns and implications of sex, gender and sexuality within society and its impact on
the economy, workplace relations and family life. Race, ethnicity and age are main
concepts of sociology typically studied. Theories and behaviors surrounding
discrimination, minority and majority groups, ageism and racism are key topics of
discussion in sociology classes.

Sociology covers concepts surrounding families as well, including types of families,

types of marriages and patterned behaviors and learning experiences found within
nuclear and extended families. Education, a main concept in sociology, explores social
class and schooling, curriculum challenges based on the class system and status
systems within education. Concepts within education also correlate with sociology
concepts regarding politics and economics, such as socialism, communism, capitalism
and models of power.

Main concepts of sociology also include demographic, urban, medicinal and religious
patterns of behavior. For example, sociology students may evaluate characteristics of
professions, the role of morbidity and mortality in society and beliefs of different types of
religion. Demographic theories and the effects of deindustrialization are also key
concepts in sociology.