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lunatika

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theorists emphasize that socialization reaffirms and reproduces the class structure in the next generation rather than challenging the conditions that presently exist.
 
  a. Conflict
 b. Postmodern
 c. Functionalist
 d. Symbolic interactionist

Question 2

A major difference between the theoretical perspectives is the level of analysis. Identify the focus of one of the three major perspectives (functionalist, conflict, or symbolic interactionist) and explain how theorists from each perspective would explain racism, sexism, or ageism in the United States.
 
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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

The following are suggested areas for students to address in their essays: Define the selected topicracism, sexism, or ageism

Define the functionalist perspective, conflict perspective, or symbolic interactionist perspective.

For the functionalist perspective: Apply the concepts of manifest function, latent function, and dysfunctions.

For the conflict perspective: Identify what might be the scarce resources involved in the conflict.

For the S.I. perspective: Describe symbols represented in the selected topic (racism, sexism, or ageism).

Explain what individuals can do to reduce the selected topic (racism, sexism, or ageism) in this country, based on the perspective they chose.

Explain what society can do to reduce the selected topic (racism, sexism, or ageism) in this country, based on the perspective they chose.

Encourage students to include any personal experiences with the selected topic (racism, sexism, or ageism).




lunatika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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