Theory and methods paper3 Flashcards
1
Q
What methodological approach do functionalists use and give an example
A
Positivist methods
Official statistics
1
Q
What type of theory is functionalism
A
- Macro
- Consensus
- Structuralists
2
Q
Why do functionalists use positivist methods
A
They believe that sociology is a science
Looking for objective data
3
Q
What is a social fact
A
collective thoughts and shared expectations that influence individual actions.
E.g social norms
4
Q
What type of theory is marxism
A
- Macro
- Conflict
- Structualist
5
Q
What methodology do marxists use
A
Interpretivist approach
6
Q
What type of theory is femenism
A
7
Q
What methodology do feminists use
A
8
Q
What type of theory is interactionsim
A
- Micro
- Social action
