Beyond Theories of Practice

The video discusses the shift in anthropology and sociology from an anthropocentric view, which focuses on individual behavior, to theories of practices that consider routines and interactions with the environment. Despite progress, a complete departure from anthropocentrism remains challenging. Theories of practices emphasize social routines over individual actions, but still often center on human engagement. The video highlights the need for further evolution in understanding the social world beyond human-centric models.

What challenges do researchers face when trying to move away from an anthropocentric model?

Why is it difficult to completely abandon an individualistic perspective in social sciences?