Action theory - Essay plan

Question 1

Introduction

Answer 1

Define action theories
Define structural theories
Hook - take a micro-level approach

Question 2

Paragraph 1 point

Answer 2

define labelling theory
- uses internationalist concepts to explain how the self is shaped through interaction

Question 3

Paragraph 1 explanation

Answer 3

define self fulfilling prophecy
charles cooley - looking glass self to explain how we are given our idea of self concept

Question 4

Paragraph 1 reference

Answer 4

Goffman argues that this self concept can be manipulated.
Dramaturgical model - we are all actors using scripts and prpps
There is a role gap between our front stage persona where we present ourselves using impression management and our backstage persona where we step out of our roles to be ourselves.
Impression management is often used by teachers and public figures and they tend to diverge their image away from that of their audience in order to appear more powerful