The Three Sociological Theories
Now that you have been introduced to the three major sociological theories (conflict, functionalist, and interactionist), reflect on these three theories. Answer the following prompts in your reflective 300–500-word reflective journal entry:
- Compare and contrast how each of these sociological theories views the social world and social interaction.
- Which theory do you identify with the most? Explain why you identify with this theory.
For additional details, please refer to the Module One Journal Guidelines and Rubric document in the Assignment Guidelines and Rubrics section of the course
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Conflict, structural functionalist, and interactionist are the three main distinct and common sociological perspectives with each presenting a unique view on social institutions. According to Weber (2009), each of these sociological perspectives shares both differences and similarities on how they evaluate the society. From a theoretical point of view, conflict and…
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