Sociological Theory #3

Sociological Theory #3 1

SOC-417 Topic 3: Deconstruction of a Structural Theory Worksheet

To truly understand a social theory, you must see it in a diagram and be able to explain it. This is your chance to take a diagram of a structural theory and go deep in your analysis. Your role is to deconstruct (identify the parts of the figure/theory and lay them out separately), using the deconstruction table below.

See Figure 8.9, “A Simple Conceptual Scheme for Analyzing Social Structure,” located in Chapter 8 of the textbook.

Directions: In the table below, identify three specific variables of the figure/theory in column 1 and define the variable in column 2. In column 3, explain the effect of the variable identified in column 1. After completing the deconstruction table, write a 200-250-word summary regarding what you discovered about the theory. Use the selected diagram and textbook to support your explanation.

Deconstruction Table: Social Theory

Identified Variable	Define the Variable	Effect of the Variable from Column 1

Summary:

References:

Prepare the final assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.

Turn in the completed assignment by the end of Topic 3.