1)Conflict theory was given by Karl Marx. There are various resources required for maintaining the structure of society like food, shelter, housing, employment and education. It is required for various resources like social, material and political resources. There are various socio-economic levels which have different structures and levels leading to the generation of conflict theory. George Simmel , a german sociologist believed that conflict can lead to stabilisation of different levels of society. Resolution of conflict can lead to reduction in tension, stress and misunderstandings in society. There are various issues of inequality in society which cause the generation of conflict between different social groups. It is due to competition for limited resources present between different unequal classes of society. It can lead to conflict and fight in order to obtain resources. There are two levels in society called as the ruling class and subject class. The ruling class overrules the subject class due to possession of legislative power and ruling authority in society.
2)Structural functional theory-It was given by Davis and Moore and summarized by Melvin Tumin. There are various features of social stratification theory like--
3)Symbolic interactionism-It focusses on relationship among various individuals living in a society. It was founded by Herbert Mead. It is a symbolic interaction among different based on their relative importance and significance in life. It includes the learning of signs and symbols as important perspectives in life. It leads to a positive social interaction with people in life. There are different cultural scripts which lead to the formation of social interaction in drama in theaters. Constructivism is an interaction of the symbolic interaction theory. It is used for understanding the deviant behaviour in society.
Briefly explain the following theories in Sociology (based on your understanding): 1) Conflict theory 2)Structural functional...
four contemporary perspectives in sociology (functionalism, conflict theory, feminist theories, and symbolic interactionism). Which do you believe has the most merit in explaining the current economic situation in the United States and why? Please explain in detail.
Summarize conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and structural functionalism. Explain why you are in college based on each of the three theoretical perspectives. Explain which of the three theoretical perspectives best describe why you are pursuing a higher education. Include textual evidence to support your view. Would you willingly participate in a sociological study, like the Stanford Prison Experiment, that could potentially put your health and safety at risk, but had the potential to help thousands or even hundreds of thousands...
Which of the following sociological perspectives was criticized because it is not very good at promoting an understanding of social change in our society? Select one: a. Conflict theory b. Postmodern sociology c. Structural functionalism d. Symbolic interactionism e. Feminist sociology
Which of the following sociological perspectives was criticized because it is not very good at promoting an understanding of social change in our society? Select one: O a. Postmodern sociology ob. Conflict theory O c. Symbolic interactionism d. Structural functionalism e. Feminist sociology
Explain one of the following three theories in detail: Merton’s role theory, Goffman’s role performance, or Cooley’s looking-glass self. Apply the theory to your current life situation. Next, predict how your life will be different one year after graduating from college and utilize the same theory to describe your future life scenario. Include textual evidence to support your view. Discuss the social institution of marriage and family using any two of the three theoretical perspectives – functionalism, conflict, and symbolic...
What do the following theories share in common? (1-3 words) critical theory conflict theory labeling theory stigma theory Question 19 3 pts What do the following theories share in common? (1-3 words) O critical theory conflict theory • Tabeling theory stigma theory
1. In NO LESS than 200 words, explain social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) from ONE of the three following sociological perspectives: Conflict Theory, Structural Functionalism, or Symbolic Interactionism. Make sure to back up your argument with a definition of the perspective you choose and give examples of how your chosen perspective explains social media.
This activity assesses your understanding of the chapter concepts. This is an objective activity, meaning that there is one correct answer for each question. After you have made your selection, use the “Check My Work” feature to receive feedback. Emile Durkheim's work is the foundation for which major theoretical perspective? a. symbolic interactionism b. conflict theory c. functionalism d. feminism This activity assesses your understanding of the chapter concepts. This is an objective activity, meaning that there is one correct...
please explain the following theories 1. Psychodynamic theory 2. Behavior theories 3. Cognitive theories 4. Ecological systems Model
8. More on capital structure theory The Modigliani and Miller theories are based on several unrealistic assumptions about debt financing. In reality, there are costs, taxes, and other factors associated with debt financing. These costs or effects have led to several theories that explain the impact of these factors on the capital structure of a firm. Based on your understanding of the trade-off theory, what kind of firms are likely to use more leverage? Firms with a higher proportion of...