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Social Problems: An Introduction to Critical Constructionism
Now in a new edition, Social An Introduction to Critical Constructionism synthesizes conflict theory and social constructionism to help students think critically about social problems. A concise, student-friendly alternative to all-encompassing standard textbooks, this book examines
a single theoretical paradigm in depth, demonstrating how theory can be used to understand a breadth of real world structures.
Robert Heiner focuses on the four problems most often encountered in social problems inequality, family, crime and deviance, and overpopulation and the environment. Heiner's critical approach helps students conceive of societal problems as socially constructed phenomena whose importance
varies according to media attention and the agendas of particular interest groups. Furthermore, his critical point of view leads students to reevaluate their own preconceived notions and beliefs, in turn generating lively classroom discussions.
Revised and updated in this third edition, Social Problems now includes a glossary of key terms and reinforcing end-of-chapter questions, as well as new discussions of such issues as immigration. Additional graphics help visually illustrate key concepts and ideas.
Social An Introduction to Critical Constructionism, Third Edition, is ideal for social problems courses. Given its readability and consistent application of theory, this book could also be used in introductory sociology courses and social theory courses.
a single theoretical paradigm in depth, demonstrating how theory can be used to understand a breadth of real world structures.
Robert Heiner focuses on the four problems most often encountered in social problems inequality, family, crime and deviance, and overpopulation and the environment. Heiner's critical approach helps students conceive of societal problems as socially constructed phenomena whose importance
varies according to media attention and the agendas of particular interest groups. Furthermore, his critical point of view leads students to reevaluate their own preconceived notions and beliefs, in turn generating lively classroom discussions.
Revised and updated in this third edition, Social Problems now includes a glossary of key terms and reinforcing end-of-chapter questions, as well as new discussions of such issues as immigration. Additional graphics help visually illustrate key concepts and ideas.
Social An Introduction to Critical Constructionism, Third Edition, is ideal for social problems courses. Given its readability and consistent application of theory, this book could also be used in introductory sociology courses and social theory courses.
- GenresSociology
256 pages, Paperback
First published August 13, 2001
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May 26, 2008
This book was somewhat of a bummer. I don't think I'd ever considered before the full array and extent of problems facing modern society. The book does and excellent job of outlining the nature and extent of current humanitarian issues, such as hunger, homelessness, violent crime, and environmental racism. The authors prevent information in a way that is quite accessible. Case studies, for instance, are a much more powerful way of raising awareness and empathy than lists of mind-numbing calculations.
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