SMC1b-1: Self-Identity in
Postmodern Contexts
Sociological Implications of Selfhood
A foundational overview of the emerging sociological patterns and views of self among individuals and cultural groups in North American society. Discussions will center on the spiritual, personal, and social identity aspects of self and worldview that is prevalent in today's society. The definition and issues regarding people group formation and influences upon social identity will be discussed. Participants will be given the opportunity to analyze their own personal social identity.
Workshop Objectives
What you will learn in this workshop
1. Who you are and how one adapts to others in society.
2. How spiritual identity, personal identity, and social identity shapes self-identity and views of Christianity.
3. How influences upon social identity relate to self-concepts and group behavior and group belongingness.
4. Differences in social cohesion and social identification and make application to the North American context.
Workshop Outline
1. Selfhood Among Cultural Groups
2. Self-Identity Among Cultural Groups
3. Group Formation
4. Social Identity Issues of People Groups
5. Self-Identity and Worldview
6. 3 Key Influence upon Social Identity
7. What is Social Identity?
8. Reality Check
9. Social Identity & Segmentation & Culture Dentity Sphere