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Section A: Indivisuals, Groups and Society

The document discusses characteristics of social groups including primary and secondary groups. It also discusses cohesion within social groups and leadership styles. The document then covers characteristics of institutions including social and organizational institutions. It concludes by discussing functions of institutions.

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Section A: Indivisuals, Groups and Society

The document discusses characteristics of social groups including primary and secondary groups. It also discusses cohesion within social groups and leadership styles. The document then covers characteristics of institutions including social and organizational institutions. It concludes by discussing functions of institutions.

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SECTION A

INDIVISUALS, GROUPS AND SOCIETY


Characteristics of Social Groups
A primary social group:
• Is small
• Members interact frequently and directly,
• Relationships are personal Membership is normally involuntary, e.g., a family.
Secondary social groups:
• Are larger and less personal
• Interaction is less frequent or temporary
• The group may be organized split into smaller work groups, e.g., a school committee.
Cohesion within Social Groups
• Cohesion- The state of being bound together
Groups need to have cohesion.
Formal groups that have a clear aim work best with a figure of authority to facilitate and guide
the group, often delegating tasks.
Leadership styles range from dictatorial to democratic. A successful group requires
commitment and loyalty from members and acceptance of the group leader.
Characteristics of institutions
• Social Institutions
Over time, a social norm becomes accepted practice. Handshaking, conversing with others,
dressing appropriately and celebrating birthdays are all social norms.
• Organizational Institutions
Organizational institutions (large, established and often influential groups within society) are
secondary formal groups that share certain characteristics.
Functions of Institutions

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