Theory and Methods

Synopsis: An introduction to sociology, demonstrating the major theoretical perspectives from classical sociology, positivism, interpretivism and realism, and examines their implications for research, using student case study examples. Explains the link between theory and method and its connection with the concept of sociology as a science.
Series: Understanding Sociology, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 1997
Notes: Reviewed by Tony Breslin in ‘Times Educational Supplement’, TES2 (21/1/97), p20.
Documentation: Accompanying study guide with teacher’s notes.
Uses: A-level and undergraduate sociology.
Subjects: Sociology
Keywords: realism; sociological theory; positivism; interpretivism

Writer

Steve Taylor

Cast

Steve Taylor

Type: DVD
Format: Region 2 PAL
Price: £49.00 (DVD), £20.00 (1 Year Digital Licence), £49.00 (3 Year Digital Licence)
Availability: Sale
Duration/Size: 45 minutes
Year: 2010

Name: Classroom Video
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