Sociology 2237 Lecture : Soc Change Jan 18
19 Jan 2012
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Modernization theory an evolutionary theory of social change vs marx (revolutionary) Based on the assumption that societies gradually change from simple to complex incrementally are we seeing development happen and what are the problems that can occur, how can a future become sustainable. The development project - phil mcmicheal jan23 primary post. Evolution and progress immanent potentialities - expected future outcomes through progress, directional and irreversible persistent and cannot be stopped (ie aging) proceeds gradually. Social evolution vs darwinian evolution ontegenisis - one society (unfolding of immanent potentialities) deterministic phylogenesis - species (random mutation, survival of the fittest) probalistic. Comte s law of three stages - see slides exogenous causes - outside factors that cause change. Tenents of modernization theory guided development project of usa traditional patterns give way to pressures of modernization modernization by diffusion should encourage development, techno advanced societies can help 3rd world with introduction of tech.
