theories of social change
Which theory suggests that social change is a result of conflict between different classes in society?
Conflict Theory
Who is primarily associated with the evolutionary theory of social change?
Herbert Spencer
What is the main idea of cyclical theories of social change?
Societies rise and fall in patterns over time.
What does functionalist theory of social change emphasize?
The stability and adaptability of society.
Which theory focuses on the role of ideas and values in causing social change?
Weberian Theory
What is one critique of the evolutionary theory of social change?
It assumes all societies develop in the same direction.
Which concept is central to the Marxist perspective on social change?
Class struggle
What drives change in modernization theory?
Technological and industrial advancements
Which social theorist is known for the ideas surrounding cyclical theories of social change?
Pitirim Sorokin
Which theory views technology as a primary driver of social change?
Technological Determinism