Name the Four Groups Found in a Typical IS Department

question 14

Essay

Name the four groups found in a typical IS department and explain the major responsibilities of each.

Distinguish the factors affecting population growth rates including birthrates, death rates, and migration.

Explain the impact of social change on societies, including technological advancements and ecological transformations.

Identify the contributions of key theorists to the understanding of social structures and changes.

Understand the role of social theories in explaining population dynamics and social behaviors.

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Definitions:

Elitist And Ascriptive

Pertaining to a system or belief where social status is assigned based on inherent traits or affiliations, often favoring a small, privileged group.

Community Oriented

A philosophy or approach that emphasizes the engagement and involvement of the community in decision-making and problem-solving processes.

Lipset

Seymour Martin Lipset was a political sociologist known for his work on the social bases of politics, social stratification, public opinion, and the sociology of intellectual life.

Sociologist

A social scientist who studies the societal behaviors, structures, and functions of human societies and interactions.