SOC201H1 Lecture : Durkheim and Religion

1 Describe the differences between pre-industrial, industrial, and postindustrial societies.

2 How does technology impact societal development?

3 Contrast and compare Durkhiem's functionalist view of society and Marx's concepts of class and alienation.

1 Choose a country in the world other than the United States. Summarize the current cultural themes regarding marriage and family within this country. 

2 Define and discuss the symbolic interactionist, functionalist, and conflict perspectives on marriage and family.

3 Share some examples of variations in family life?  How do these examples compare to your life?