1.2 - The Birth of Sociology
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What is sociology?
💡 Hint: Think about what sociologists study.
Who coined the term 'sociology'?
💡 Hint: Consider who is known as the father of sociology.
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Who is known as the father of sociology?
💡 Hint: Think about who introduced the discipline.
True or False: Emile Durkheim was primarily concerned with economic systems.
💡 Hint: Consider his studies on social phenomena.
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Evaluate the relevance of Marx's concept of class struggle in today's society. Provide specific examples.
💡 Hint: Look at recent news stories regarding wealth disparity.
Contrast the approaches of positivism and interpretive sociology. How do they differ in their study of social phenomena?
💡 Hint: Reflect on what data-driven vs. meaning-driven approaches reveal.
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