When sociologists study __________, they focus on the formal and informal social interactions that train, discipline, or shape (or reshape) the mind and body in planned and unplanned ways.

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Sociologists studying education focus on the social interactions that shape the mind and body through the formal and informal processes of learning. The curriculum and schooling are part of this process, but the focus of study is on the broader social interactions within the educational system. The adolescent subculture is a separate topic of study, focusing on the norms, values, and behaviors of teenagers.

When Sociologists Study __________, They Focus on the Formal and Informal