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Click link to open resource. For this assignment I would like you to to visit the link within the class "People Like Us" which are provided below and provide an response thread in the weekly forum on the attitudes and perceptions of the individuals that are interviewed and portrayed within the clips. You can use the main video or utilize any of the "People Like Us" series. You may use your text and/or notes to help you describe the individuals and you will need to use concepts from the text/notes to better explain the clips. If this does not work then go to YouTube and search "People Like Us". The first clip should be the starting point. You should visit at least 2 other clips to provide various perspectives. You will need to identify the clips by the name given to them by PBS. You will need to provide an analysis of the videos using terms and concepts from the text/notes. Forum requirements 1 full page of text equivalent to a Word document with words. You will need to identify the clips that you viewed as well. Academic response using terms and concepts from text/notes 1 original thread (12 pts) and at least 4 response threads (2 pts. each) to your peers. Responses do not include "I agree", "I disagree" types of responses. You will need to provide substantive responses that help create a discussion concerning the material being discussed.

Paper For Above instruction

The "People Like Us" series by PBS offers a compelling glimpse into the diverse attitudes and perceptions of individuals from different socioeconomic backgrounds. Watching the series reveals how personal experiences, societal influences, and cultural norms shape individuals' views of themselves and others. The initial clip serves as a foundational point for understanding the themes of social class and identity, showcasing how individuals perceive their place within society based on their economic circumstances.

In the first clip, viewers encounter a person who perceives social mobility as both a challenge and an aspiration. This individual’s attitude reflects a nuanced understanding of societal structures, possibly influenced by their own experiences with poverty or upward mobility. According to the concepts discussed in our text, this aligns with the idea of the "social self," where perceptions are shaped by interactions and societal feedback (Goffman, 1959). The individual's narrative suggests an awareness of social stigma and the importance of maintaining dignity, which ties into Erving Goffman’s dramaturgical theory about impression management.

Expanding to the second clip, the perceptions shift as viewers are introduced to a person from a different socioeconomic background, perhaps from a more privileged class. This individual exhibits attitudes that emphasize personal achievement and individual responsibility, consistent with societal narratives of success rooted in meritocracy. From a sociological perspective, this aligns with the concept of "cultural capital" (Bourdieu, 1986), where accumulated cultural assets influence how individuals interpret their societal roles and how they are perceived by others.

The third clip presents a contrasting perspective—perhaps someone who expresses skepticism toward the social mobility narrative, highlighting the persistent barriers faced by marginalized groups. This aligns with the theory of structural inequality, emphasizing how systemic barriers hinder mobility regardless of individual effort (Featherstone & White, 2020). Their perception underscores the importance of addressing structural issues in understanding social stratification and mobility.

Through analyzing these clips with concepts such as impression management, cultural capital, and structural inequality, we gain a richer understanding of how perceptions are constructed within social contexts. The series demonstrates that individuals’ attitudes toward society are deeply intertwined with their lived experiences and societal positioning, which significantly shapes their worldview.

References

• Bourdieu, P. (1986). The forms of capital. In J. Richardson (Ed.), Handbook of Theory and Research for the Sociology of Education (pp. 241-258). Greenwood.
• Featherstone, M., & White, S. (2020). Social Inequality and Stratification. Sage Publications.
• Goffman, E. (1959). The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life. Anchor Books.