Social institutions are organizations or systems of organizations with embedded roles. Institutions consist of structure, function, culture and sanctions. Institutions are typically trans-generational and central to society
Taiwanese people include citizens of ROC and overseas diaspora from Taiwan Area. Over 95% of Taiwan's population is Han Chinese, 2.3% are indigenous peoples. Three main ethnic groups: Hoklo (70%), Hakka (15%), and mainlanders (1.2M)
Founded in 1892, rose to prominence between 1915-1935 as urban sociology epicenter. Major figures included Thomas, Burgess, Park, and Jane Addams. Second Chicago School emerged after WWII, combining symbolic interactionism with fieldwork
Society viewed as complex system where parts work together for solidarity and stability. Society functions like organisms, with parts working together to maintain equilibrium. Social structures consist of interconnected statuses and roles. Individuals significant through their status and social relations
Conflict resolution is the peaceful ending of disagreements through negotiation and mediation. Cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dimensions parallel conflict processing. Conflict resolution includes negotiation, mediation, diplomacy, and peacebuilding
Individualism emphasizes intrinsic worth and self-reliance of individuals. Individualism contrasts with communitarianism, collectivism and corporatism. Individual means "indivisible" in 15th century, "separateness" from 17th century