SOCI 211 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Sociological Inquiry, Structural Functionalism, Symbolic Interactionism
13 Jun 2016
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What"s theory got to do with it? (chapter goals) Explore connections between paradigms, social theories, & social scientific research methods. What theory has to do with research methods. Sociologists examine the smallest levels of interaction (e. g. one-on-one interactions between couples and friends), including the self . Example: drawing from prior microlevel theories, how do people balance their roles and identities? (marks & shelley) Those who experience balance across their multiple roles are less depressed, with higher self-esteem and well-being. Women having more paid work hours and more couple time. Men having increased leisure time with their nuclear families. Sociologists examine the experiences of and interactions between groups. Example: what are the interactions between somalis and americans in. Stereotypes about refugees being unwilling to assimilate or overly dependent on local social systems are unsubstantiated. Example: what are the interactions among parent volunteers, among youth participants, and between league organizers and parents? (messner)
