What is Your Sociological Style?
Intro to the Sociology Style Tool and the Foundations of Sociological Theory
Understanding theories about the social world is the starting point for conducting social research. This course will explain the three primary theory traditions in sociology and how they continue to be in dialogue and tension today. You will also be able to take the Sociology Style tool to see which theory tradition you resonate with most.
If you simply wish to take the Sociology Style Tool without the video tutorials and other descriptions, here's the link to go directly to it: Sociology Style Tool
Note: The website still asks for your email address to "enroll" to take it. But we have never and will never share those with anyone.
Your Instructor
Dr. Davis earned his PhD in Sociology at the University of California San Diego. He teaches in the sociology department at San Diego State University. Davis is the author of a book and multiple journal articles on higher education and work. Dr. Davis has mentored dozens of students to graduate school programs, and provides academic coaching to private clients. His Curriculum Vitae and more information can be found at www.danieldavis.net.
Course Curriculum
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PreviewWhat is the Basic Building Block of Society?
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PreviewIntroduction to the Three Traditions of Sociological Theory (5:33)
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StartReflect on the Tensions for a Moment
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PreviewTake the Sociology Style Tool: What is Your Sociological Style?
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PreviewThe Three Traditions and Their Tasks
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PreviewThe Three Traditions and Their Tasks (4:15)
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StartSocial Change: Idealism vs Materialism (3:23)
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StartThe Social Change Questions
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StartSocial Order: Conflict vs Solidarity (2:27)
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StartThe Social Order Questions
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StartSocial Knowledge: Interpretivism vs Positivism (3:27)
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StartThe Social Knowledge Questions
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StartThe Three Metaphors Questions