Metods In Context Topic 3 Flashcards
What is the enlightenment project?
The goal of changing the world for the better
Who are structural theorists?
Feminists, Marxists, functionalists
What approach do structural theorists take?
Macro, top down approach and they look at how the structures in society shape behaviour
What view do functionalists take? (Conflict/consensus)
Consensus
What view do Marxists take? (Conflict/consensus)
Conflict
What view do feminists take? (Conflict/consensus)
Conflict
Organic analogy (functionalism)
All institutions in society are needed to ensure it runs smoothly, like all organs are needed in the body for it to work
Functional fit (functionalism)
As society changes the type of family that ‘fits’ that society will change
Value consensus (functionalism)
Everyone in society shares the same values and works together to meet society’s needs
Socialisation (functionalism)
How we are brought up and exposed to life
Collective consciousness (functionalism)
Society shares a collective consciousness which is reinforced through institutions such as family, religion and education
Anomie (functionalism)
The breakdown of social norms and guidance causing frustration and isolation (normlessness)
Adaptation (functionalism)
How a society adjusts its structures and norms to meet changing needs, it is necessary to remain stable
Goal attainment (functionalism)
The process of setting and achieving collective goals for society
