Blogging through Invitation to Sociology (2024)

 This video focuses on the Dyson Sphere, which is expected to be inevitably built as high-tech civilization develops. Dyson Sphere is a huge structure that surrounds a star to make the most of its energy. This video explores why these structures appear to not exist and how to find traces of extraterrestrial civilizations through them. While watching this video, I was most impressed by the part that mentioned various possibilities as to why we cannot observe a civilization that has advanced enough to create a Dyson Sphere. I remember reading an explanation of civilization through Wikipedia as a blog assignment in <Introduction to Information Sociology>. When I revisited the material I read at that time, I learned about social civilization, which is defined as places and cultures that developed independently. Although the Dyson Sphere is a civilization, I thought it did not correspond to a social civilization. So, I searched to find out what civilization Dyson Sphere correspond...

 (1) I've thought a lot more about the apocalypse, but never once could I imagine one where humans leave the Earth. After watching the video, I found it interesting that it could open a portal to a reality beyond human development, or humans leaving their own planet for a better existence at a higher level, and the Earth gaining new ideas about the high road. (2) This video mainly exists about how the Earth will change after humanity disappears. After watching the video, I suggested 5 main contents. : Natural disasters, environmental destruction by humans, alien epidemics, artificial intelligence giants, aliens' aliens. The view is that these six regions show how the Earth will function in the future. (3) I made a connection between this video and information sociology for global cooperation. First of all, the destruction of the environment by man-made giants and humans is a result of information technology affecting society and its health. It also has to do with the lockdowns ...

 (1) It was interesting to note that it may be difficult to implement a provision that holds the state accountable for both government and non-governmental activities in space as the number of private space companies increases. When I first encountered this information in this video, I searched it on Google because I didn't know what it had to do with the increase in private space companies and the provision of provision. As a result, it was understood that if several private companies operate independently and it becomes difficult for governments to supervise and regulate all space activities, international cooperation may be necessary, but it could lead to complicated situations. It was impressive to feel the need to establish clear laws and regulations on space around the world. (2) The main theme of this video deals with various problems and solutions to maintain law and order in space. I divided the contents of this video into eight main categories. Simply put, I saw the exist...

 1. Summary Demography relies on large data sets from censuses and registration statistics to develop trends in indicators like birth and death rates. Reliable demographic data can be difficult to obtain, especially in developing countries, often due to the association of census with taxation. Demographers focus on indicators such as fertility (birth rates) and mortality (death rates) to study population changes, along with migration trends. Fertility measures include the crude birth rate, general fertility rate, age-specific fertility rate, total fertility rate, gross reproduction rate, and net reproduction rate. Replacement level fertility, set at 2.1 children per woman, ensures population stability. Fertility rates have declined in more developed regions first, followed by Asia, Latin America, and more recently in Africa. Accurate demographic data is crucial but often hard to achieve, especially for minority groups, making demographic insights constantly evolving. 2. What I lear...

 1. Summary A technology is a collection of technologies, methods, or processes that are used to produce a good or service or to achieve a purpose, such as scientific investigation. This can be knowledge of technologies, processes, etc., or it can be built into machines, computers, devices, and factories that can be used by individuals without detailed knowledge of their operation. For example, this includes agricultural technologies, electric vehicles, and technologies that manufacture computers, etc. Technology primarily refers to knowledge that facilitates production, but the product or service itself as a result can be considered a technology. For example, the process used to build a car is an example of a technology, but the car itself is a form of technology. One of the prime examples of modern technology is mobile phones. Mobile phones have replaced previous landline technology, allowing phone calls to be made without having to connect directly to a telephone line. The ...

 1. Summary Race is a classification of humans based on perceived physical differences, such as skin color or facial characteristics, and is usually assigned by others rather than by self-identification. This classification is controversial because of its implications for social identity and hierarchy. In contrast, ethnicity refers to social characteristics such as nationality, religion, language, culture, and traditions shared by a group. Unlike race, ethnicity typically identifies oneself and emphasizes a group's shared past and culture. Examples of ethnic groups in the United States are Hispanic or Latino. Attempts to divide humanity into different races date back to the constitution of the Holy See of ancient Egypt, combining skin color with tribe and national identity. Ancient Greece and Rome also tried to explain and classify biological differences among ethnic groups. In the Middle Ages, a model emerged that classified humanity as the descendants of Noah's three sons. S...

 1. Summary Sociologists distinguish between genders and genders. Gender refers to a masculine or feminine behavior that represents a social position, and gender refers to assignments to social categories based on genetic and biological factors. Sociologists divide gender/gender people into cisgender people who fit into existing social and cultural norms and transgender people who do not. Cisgender people seek to maintain their assigned gender for life at birth, while transgender people seek to transition to gender that differs from their assigned gender. The difference between men's and women's jobs is much discussed. Before capitalism and factory labor developed, women were instrumental in producing food and maintaining household chores. Currently, according to U.S. labor statistics, the labor participation rate of women has increased significantly since 1971, but on average, they are earning $17,000 less than men. Women are concentrated in low-wage occupations, which a...

 1. Summary Social inequality occurs when resources within society are unevenly distributed, which forms an unequal pattern according to various factors such as power, religion, race, and gender. This inequality can be attributed not only to a lack of equality in outcomes, but also to a lack of equality in access to opportunities. Social inequality is associated with economic inequality, explained by the uneven distribution of income and wealth. Economics and sociology use different theoretical approaches, but both study this problem. In addition to economic resources, social and natural resources are also unevenly distributed, affecting social status. The norms of allocation affect the distribution of rights and privileges, access to public goods, housing, financial services, and more. 2. Interesting point Social inequality generally means a lack of equality in results, but it can also be conceptualized as a lack of equality in access to opportunities. This was the most impressive...

 1. Summary Social stratification is a concept that describes the relative social positions of people in a particular group, category, region, or other unit in social science. Originating from the Latin hierarchy, the concept classifies people into socioeconomic classes based on factors such as wealth, income, social status, occupation, and power. In modern Western society, it is largely divided into upper, middle, and lower classes, and each class is divided into smaller subclasses such as upper, middle, and lower classes. Social stratification is interpreted differently in various sociological theories. Behavioral theory sees hierarchies as necessary for social order and stability. Conflict theory, on the other hand, criticizes the lack of access to resources and social mobility. Many theorists point out that the wealthy exploit the working class by using political power. American sociologist Talcott Parsons has argued that universal values contribute to maintaining social order,...

 1. Summary The theatrical metaphor comes from the Latin word "persona," which means "a mask worn by actors," indicating that people play various roles in front of others. People choose clothes according to the image they want to project, and receive the help of others to perform roles in various social events. If you want to adjust your clothes or complain, you act carefully to keep them out of the public eye. This behavior is called dramaturgie, and it is a sociological perspective that analyzes the context of human behavior. Irving Gopman treats the impression that people give to others as important in frame analysis as they play certain roles. Dramaturgie theory sees that identity is not fixed but constantly recreated through interaction. People manage their behavior to give a specific impression in their daily lives, which is called impression management. Gopman distinguishes between front-stage and back-stage behavior, which shows that people behave differentl...

 1. Summary Symbolic interactions with George Herbert Meade play an important role in the field of sociology, and Meade is known for his theories on the development of the social self. His influence contributed to enhancing knowledge in sociology, and he spread his ideas by allowing his students to publish books based on his lectures and conversations. Meade valued the interaction of the mind, self, and society, thereby helping to understand the effects of individual social development and external structures. Symbolic interactionists believe that physical entities influence an individual's social definition, and that social understanding of them responds through indirect filters. According to Mead and Blomer, individuals create meaning through communication, and self-concept motivates behavior, and these interactions form unique relationships between society and individuals. The premise of the theory includes that what people do is based on the meaning they give, and that meaning ...

 1. Summary Social networks are important theoretical structures in social science, studying the relationships of individuals, groups, organizations, or society as a whole. The term describes social structures, indicates social contacts, and emphasizes relational theoretical approaches. Network analysis is useful for understanding various types of relationships, and includes anthropology, economics, and psychology in the fields of social science. This is the history of social networks. Emile Durkheim and Ferdinand Tunney introduced the concept of social networks, presenting theories about social groups. In the second half of the 20th century, Jacob L. Moreno systematically analyzed social interactions in small groups, and other scholars combined different traditions to conduct research. These efforts led to the development of network analysis in the fields of sociology and anthropology. In social network analysis, various theoretical frameworks such as graph theory, equilibrium the...

 1. Summary The social structure emphasizes the relationships and stable patterns between various groups or individuals, which are structured according to their functions, meanings, and purposes. Social stratification presents an example in which society is divided into various levels by race, class, and gender. The structure as an inherent institution or norm emphasizes structural decisions in which behavior is partially determined by the basic structure of the social system. This structure is important in determining the flexibility and performance of an organization, and the social structure affects the economy, law, politics, and cultural systems. These systems are part of the social structure, and the "social system" can be seen as the parent of various systems. Early research on social structure focused on institutions, cultures, institutions, social interactions, and history. Alexis de Tocqueville first used the term social structure, and later Karl Marx, Herbert Spenc...

 1. Summary Deviation theory is discussed in various academic fields, focusing on sociological explanations, and psychological and biological explanations also exist. Deviation behavior may be related to differences in brain structure, but discussions on this are ongoing. Some biologists argue that the desire to follow norms that promote group solidarity may have influenced evolution. Compliance with social norms is also considered convincing for biological and evolutionary explanations. Robert K. Merton proposes five types of deviant behavior, explaining them as typology of deviant behavior. It explains people who turn into deviations while pursuing cultural values and goals. From a structural functionalist point of view, it is argued that deviations play a role that is distinct from acceptable behavior, and play an important role in promoting social integration. Deviation is sometimes regarded as a means of breaking social balance and changing society. An example in which deviati...

 1. Summary Socialization is a sociological concept made up of various elements, and there is consensus about its importance. The goals of socialization include impulse control, development of conscience, role preparation and performance, and formation of meaning. This is done differently depending on the culture, and evaluation is not appropriate when comparing across cultures. Socialization is important in human development, but not all behavior is learned. Socialization primarily occurs during childhood and adolescence, and secondary socialization that occurs when a person belongs to a new group is also important. This includes specific elements such as regulation of biological impulses, development of values and self-image, and norms and behaviors related to work roles. Additionally, the context of socialization varies between early years and adulthood, and the form and emotional elements of relationships change accordingly. 2. Interesting things To what extent human behavior i...

 (1) Summary This Wikipedia material describes the government. A government is a system that governs a country or community, and usually consists of a legislature, an executive branch, and a judiciary. A government has a kind of constitution that contains governance principles and philosophies as a mechanism for determining and enforcing policies. There are various forms of government, and the main types are democracy, authoritarianism, and tyranny. Historically, governments have evolved into population growth and increased interaction since the agricultural revolution. Modern governments have various forms, such as democracy, totalitarianism, and mixed systems, and their quality is measured by an efficiency index. The forms of government are diverse, and the separation and convergence of powers are important concepts. (2) New things I learned The part of federalism in this article was the most impressive. I've heard the word 'federalism' a lot, but I didn't know the ex...

  Q. How healthy is korean democracy? Is gerrymandering a problem in korea? Are there some other problems threatening korean democracy? A. Looking at the voter turnout rate for the recent April general election in Korea, I think that the people are trying to keep our country's democracy healthy in that many citizens are interested in politics and are voting. However, the factor that threatens our country's democracy seems to be political corruption by politicians or businessmen. This undermines public trust in democratic institutions and processes.   Q. Would you like to have more say in the political decision making? Should we transform our representative democracies to direct democracies and make politicians obsolete? A. No. If we change representative democracy to direct democracy, we will be able to better express the voices of the people, but it will also cause confusion. There may be groups that abuse this, and the country may go in a bad direction as a result. ...

 1.  Summary This Wikipedia article describes politics. Politics is the process by which people make socioeconomic decisions. Governments have types such as monarchy (supreme power is absolute), democracy (a majority of citizens have sovereignty), totalitarianism (regulation of all aspects), oligarchy (the real power of the elite group), communism (the dominant role of the government), and theocracy (God is the chief executive). Political parties in the United States are loosely organized compared to other countries. There is no official state organization that controls policy positions, but some state parties exist. Sweden is composed of a multi-party system, and accordingly, political parties cooperate with each other to form a coalition government. Finally, there is a worldwide voting pattern. This can lead to inequality. An example of this is that turnout varies according to gender, age, race, class, and ideology.   2. Interesting things I didn't know the exact di...

 Q. Coercion is less effective in today’s post-industrial societies. Why do you think this is the case? A. As people received more high-quality education than before, they became aware of their rights and freedoms. That is why coercion is less effective today. Q. Korea, like all countries, makes extensive use of legitimizing symbols. can we think of some others? A. Public holidays: commemorate important national figures and further strengthen national unity. Q. how was the medieval korean society structured? A. Medieval Korean society was influenced by Confucianism. It consisted of the ruling class (bureaucrats, scholars, military leaders), the middle class (artisans, merchants, farmers), and the lowest class (slaves, servants), with the king at the head. Q. What other things are tax deductible? A. There are child fees, education fees, donations, etc.

 1. Summary This Wikipedia article deals with economic sociology and socioeconomics. Economic sociology is the study of the social causes and consequences of various economic phenomena. It is largely divided into the classical and modern periods. The characteristic of the classical era is that it is interested in modernity and its composition, including rationalization, secularization, urbanization, and social stratification. On the other hand, the modern era mainly explores the social consequences of economic exchange, the social meanings it contains, and the social interactions it promotes or hinders. Socioeconomics is the study of how economic activity affects and forms social processes. 2. interesting point Economic sociology is sometimes synonymous with socioeconomics. Socioeconomics deals with analytical, political, and moral problems that arise at the intersection of economy and society from a wide range of interdisciplinary perspectives, from sociology to political economic...