Intellectual Heritage

Question 1

German Influence

Answer 1

During the 20th century, sociologists departed from the European positivist theory and began turning to German influences

Question 2

Franz Boas

Answer 2

Him and his students dedicated themselves to demonstrating that human nature is almost solely a product of culture, not of biology

Question 3

Reputation for Scientific Analysis

Answer 3

Sociologists tried to depart from the image of sociology as philosophical and speculative to enhance their academic and scientific credibility