Test 2 Flashcards
Grand Theory
Framework for structuring broad ideas. Representing global and extremely complex phenomena
Mid-range Theories
framework of concepts to understand specific social phenomena (deviant behavior, social perception)
Structural Functionalism (Grand Theory)
Emile Durkheim, Max Weber 1800’s
Conflict (Grand Theories)
Karly Marx, Mex Weber 1800’s
Symbolic Interaction (Grand Theory)
Herbert Blumer 1969
Functionalism (Mid-Range)
Talcott Parsons 1900’s
Current Theorists (Mid-Range)
Social dilemas, process/exchange theories
Social Construction (Mid-Range)
Mid-Range version Symbolic Interaction
Conflict Theory
Social systems dominated by power, those in power maintain position by taking advantage of others, oppressed act to take control
Structural Functionalism
Society is system of interrelated parts, each piece has function, meet needs of whole
Social Dilemmas
Balance self and collective interest, Interdependence
Prisoners Dilema
Prisoners decide to confess or deny and face their decision
Tragedy of Commons
Garrett Hardin, Each grazer adds cows until overgrazed, Tragedy is each attempting to maximize benifits.
Mutual Coercion
Private ownership or gov with strong regulations
Interdependence
Outcomes are influenced by not just my decision but your decision.
Sucker
Works within regulations even when there is a free rider
Maslow Hierarchy of needs
physiological needs->Safety/Security->love->Self Esteem-> Self Actualization(purpose)
Private Goods
Rival, exclusive, Market Determines Value, Tangible
Public Goods
Non-Rival, Non-Exclusive, No Market, intangible
Private Property Regimes
Individuals hold max rights
Open Access Property Regime
No individual holds rights, who bears cost of exploitation
Common Property Regime
Group holds rights
State Property Regime
Gov holds all rights
Kollock-Multiple person dilemas
interdependence across large social group, single actions may not be discovered
