Sociological Group Matrix
SOC/100 Version 2
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Sociological Group Matrix
Schaefer (2011) defines a group as “any number of people with similar norms, values, and expectations who interact with one another
on a regular basis” (p. 111). Complete the Social Group Matrix by identifying and describing the relationship between yourself and the
members of any social group you are a part of.
Group description
Identify the group.
Social group or
organization
Describe the
function of the
social group.
Sociological Group Matrix
SOC/100 Version 2
Authority and
hierarchy
Describe authority
and hierarchical
patterns within the
group.
Social patterns
Describe social
patterns you might
find within the
group, and explain
their social
significance.
Conflicts
Describe any conflicts
within the group.
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Role of language
Explain the role of
language, and describe
the components of
nonverbal
communication in the
group.
Symbols
meaningful to
group
Describe and explain
symbols that are
meaningful to the
group.
Norms, sanctions,
and values
Describe the norms,
sanctions, and values
of the social group.
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Status within
group
Describe what status
you hold in the group.
Social role within
group
Describe the social
roles you perform in
the group.
Sociological
perspective
Suggest which major
sociological,
theoretical perspective
would be most
appropriate for future
study of your social
group. Why?
Reference
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Sociological Group Matrix
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Schaefer, R. T. (2011). Sociology: A brief introduction (9th ed.). Boston: McGraw-Hill.
