: The shared symbols, language, values, and norms that define a way of life for a given group.
: A theory, championed by Anthony Giddens, suggesting that agency and structure are not separate but instead interact constantly. 3. Inequality and Stratification Essential Concepts in Sociology
This core tension examines how much control individuals have over their lives compared to the social forces acting upon them: : The shared symbols, language, values, and norms
: The lifelong process through which individuals learn the values and behaviors appropriate to their society. 2. The Great Debate: Agency vs. Structure : The shared symbols