After reading about Nature vs. Nurture, and listening to the blog, I have to say that I am the odd person who believes in both. I see valid points for both. I think part of who we are is passed down in our DNA. I see, for the most part, girls have "girly" traits, and boys have "boyish" traits. Those lines can be crossed, but some things just are. On the other hand, how we are raised greatly affects what we do, and what we become. I guess I would say that Nurture probably plays a bigger part in how we socialize, and what we do in life, but I definitely believe that Nature plays a part as well.
If you look at studies with twins, there is proof that even when separated at birth, and raised apart, twins will still share certain personality traits, and many times are found to be living parallel life's. This website has a lot of information. http://web.pdx.edu/~megr/inquiry_naturevsnurture.htm
The book tells us that Nature vs Nurture interact. Sociobiology explains that biology plays a role in social activities of animals and humans (Giddens pg. 59). The instincts a baby has to root and nurse are also social interactions that come from biology (Giddens pg. 60). Society on the other hand influences many personality traits, like who we are attracted to. The media shows us what is supposed to be attractive, and we often times will look for that (Giddens pg. 61). So in my opinion, Nature (biology) will give us certain traits that make us who we are, and Nurture (society) will demonstrate the way we are supposed to be in society. When you mix the two you can come up with very unique human beings because of biology, and very similar people in society because of society.
June 24, 2010
June 15, 2010
BBC video
I thought the video of Hugh Laurie singing, and then Stephen Fry comes in at the end and punching him, was quite funny. Hugh Laurie is one of my favorite actors. I watch House religiously.
In relation to the reading this week in Chapter 3, I would say that BBC is trying to make fun of American’s to a point, but not to be terribly offensive. A lot of cultures mentioned in the reading state that they want to keep American influence out of their culture, but I don’t think the British are as extreme about it as most cultures.
Hugh Laurie comes across as a working American, with his headband, sweaty brow, and flannel shirt. He’s singing “America” and “The states”, over and over, maybe representing how prideful we are of our country, but they don’t think we have much substance behind what we say. Instead of singing “America is great because…..”, its just “America” over and over.
I know each country has great pride in their history, and the life provided to its citizens, and so England might feel their way of life is superior to ours, and of course we think there is no place like the land of opportunity.
In relation to the reading this week in Chapter 3, I would say that BBC is trying to make fun of American’s to a point, but not to be terribly offensive. A lot of cultures mentioned in the reading state that they want to keep American influence out of their culture, but I don’t think the British are as extreme about it as most cultures.
Hugh Laurie comes across as a working American, with his headband, sweaty brow, and flannel shirt. He’s singing “America” and “The states”, over and over, maybe representing how prideful we are of our country, but they don’t think we have much substance behind what we say. Instead of singing “America is great because…..”, its just “America” over and over.
I know each country has great pride in their history, and the life provided to its citizens, and so England might feel their way of life is superior to ours, and of course we think there is no place like the land of opportunity.
June 12, 2010
Stanford Prison Experiment
After watching the videos of this experiment I don't think you could call it unethical. Dr. Philip Zimbardo was up front with those participating, and in fact involved himself at a level consistent with what he expected of the other participants. This caused him to have similar reactions where the lines became blurry. The students participated for financial gain. Due to the fact that the environment was so realistic that caused them to begin to believe they were in a real situation. I think that was necessary in order for the participants to have as real a reaction as possible. If we don't make experiments as realistic as possible, then we can't trust the results.
It's interesting that the guards only were involved 8 hours a day, and then got to go back to reality, yet still blurred the lines between reality and the fact that they were participating in an experiment. It was also very interesting that they could have quit at any time, but did not. Was it because they became so involved, or because they wanted to be paid in the end? Some of those interviewed made a good point about the costumes really making it easy to fall into role playing. This was very interesting!
It's interesting that the guards only were involved 8 hours a day, and then got to go back to reality, yet still blurred the lines between reality and the fact that they were participating in an experiment. It was also very interesting that they could have quit at any time, but did not. Was it because they became so involved, or because they wanted to be paid in the end? Some of those interviewed made a good point about the costumes really making it easy to fall into role playing. This was very interesting!
June 6, 2010
Week One Entry
My name is Kylie, and I am 20 years old. My father is in the Marine Corps, and so I have been able to live and see many places. I love to travel! I love to read, write, and take lots of pictures. I like a lot of types of music, from country, to pop, to Christian. I am a big fan of Jane Austen, and my favorite actor is Johnny Depp. I love movies! Some of my favorite are anything with Johnny Depp, especially his Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. I also like Avatar, Titanic, and Star Wars (thanks to my Dad). I love thinking outside the box.
I am taking Soc 200 because I love Sociology and Psychology. I think watching people and learning why they do the things they do is very interesting. My favorite shows are Criminal Minds and The Mentalist. I love how they use Sociology and Psychology to figure out crimes. I think Forensic Psych would be very interesting.
I plan to take some classes at NOVA and then transfer either University of Massachusetts, or Georgetown, depending on which career path I decide to follow. I am very interested in doing something along the lines of creative writing and photography. I would love to be able to come up with something great that people would love to read. Something that would be inspiring, and meaningful to a lot of people. I want to be a spy, but my Mom's overprotective. HA HA!
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