Change

Conflict

Events that devastated the world

WW1, WW2, American Civil War

These 3 events had 2 or more conflicting parties that caused a huge impact and changed the lives of many, as well as changing the laws of many countries

Cultural Materialism

How environment, resources, technology, and the state of the economy has contributed to the development of society

Comparing Toronto, Ontario, to Iqaluit, Nunavut

Toronto reside in a warm, lakeside region that was used by the Europeans when they came to Canada, While Iqaluit is very cold and on an island, where the Europeans did not come across. with no heat and nobody as advanced as the Europeans to help them advance, Iqaluit advanced as a society much, much slower then Toronto.

Humanism

How one views themself compared to the world

Cultures, religions, and social class

different Cultures view themselves different compared to the world, such as African tribes and how they evolve only within their tribes. people who follow religions also evolve believing there is a creator, and they live life based on the creator's beliefs. people within the upper class view themselves as superior, and evolve believing they are the best and live off their money.

Intersectionality

Overlap of identities such as race, gender, class, sexuality, ability, and many more

a poor, disabled, trans person of color compared to a rich, straight white person

the first person will experience much more discrimination compared to the second, because in todays society their identities are on the lower end of the scale, meaning they aren't recognized as something good.

Structural Functionalist

Each aspect of society contributes as a whole to achieve equilibrium

Education, healthcare, social media

These aspects of society have been evolving. increased education, better healthcare, major evolution of social media has caused significant change throughout the years

Feminism

Men Vs. Women. Who is better?

World Wars, women's suffrage movement, women's liberation movement

In the past, men were deemed the superior gender. But when the time came, women were given the opportunity to show their abilities, and they struck gold. by taking small steps, women were given the right to vote, and now there are women running for leadership of a country.

Cognitive

How an individual's thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs shifts their social behavior and culture

Gender identities, beliefs, and misconceptions

Some people are born with a different mind, and therefore believe they are a girl born in a guys body. When this happens, others who observe them may think that's ok and start following them, or they will despise them and follow another path. over the years this has been happening and has led to the creation of the LGBTQ community.