W10.2 May 10 (Fri)-Zhong Qi(종기)

1.Summary

Social structure is the organization and hierarchical form of society, covering all kinds of social institutions, social roles and social relations. The basic structure of social life determines the orientation and status of individuals in society. Social structure influences individual behavior, experiences, and opportunities, and shapes patterns and norms in society. Social structures can be stable or in dynamic change, influenced by cultural, historical, geographical and other factors. In the social structure, people are divided into different social classes, groups or organizations to build various social networks and relationships. Through the exploration of social structure, people can better understand social inequality, power distribution and social change. The cognition of social structure is beneficial to reveal the operation mode of society and promote social reform and development.

2.Mention of new, interesting

This paper explores in depth the specific effects of social structure on individual behavior and experience, and how it shapes patterns and norms in society, thereby demonstrating the critical importance of social structure in shaping social life.

3.Discussion

How to achieve social reform and development by changing the social structure?

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