There Has Been at Least One Highly Successful Prediction of a Major

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Essay

There has been at least one highly successful prediction of a major earthquake that saved a very large number of lives.Where and when was that earthquake? What information led to the prediction?

Understand the impact of disaster and collective behavior on communities.

Describe the processes and effects of rumors, urban legends, and moral panics in society.

Distinguish between different types of crowds and their characteristics.

Critically evaluate the effectiveness and shortcomings of theories related to collective behavior and social movements.

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Definitions:

Sociology

The study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.

Human Behavior

The range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by individuals of the human species in response to their environment, social stimuli, or internal states.

Powerful Influences

Forces or factors that have a strong capacity to affect or shape outcomes, behaviors, or opinions in a significant manner.

Our Behavior

The collective actions or conduct of a group of individuals within a society or community.