Key Concepts in Social Theories

The video introduces nine dominant approaches in social sciences, including structural functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, psychoanalysis, rational choice, institutionalism, feminism, phenomenology, and human environment systems. It also highlights indigenous Filipino social science ideas. Each theory is briefly explained, focusing on its key concepts and contributors. The video aims to provide a foundational understanding of these theories, which will be explored in depth in future lessons.

What is the primary focus of macro theories in social sciences?

• Specific cultural practices

• Generalized assumptions about society

• Individual behavior

• Personal experiences

Which theorists are associated with Structural Functionalism?

• Emile Durkheim, Herbert Spencer, and Max Weber

• George Herbert Mead and Herbert Blumer

• Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung

• Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels

What does Conflict Theory primarily focus on?

• Social equilibrium

• Class struggles and power dynamics

• Individual decision-making

• Symbolic meanings in interactions

In Symbolic Interactionism, what does the 'I' represent?

• The organized self

• The predictable self

• The unorganized and unpredictable self

• The societal self

What is the main idea behind Psychoanalysis?

• Conscious and subconscious mind

• Class conflict and economic base

• Rational decision-making

• Social structures and functions

What does Rational Choice Theory emphasize?

• Risk calculation in decision-making

• Symbolic meanings

• Class conflict

• Social equilibrium

Who is a key figure associated with the development of Feminism?

• Max Weber

• Mary Wollstonecraft

• George Herbert Mead

• Sigmund Freud

What does Phenomenology focus on?

• Economic structures

• Human consciousness and perception

• Social institutions

• Gender equality

What is the main concern of Human Environment Systems theory?

• Sustainability and conservation

• Symbolic meanings

• Class conflict

• Individual decision-making

What is the significance of Indigenous Filipino Social Sciences?

• They provide a unique perspective on Filipino culture

• They emphasize gender equality

• They are translations of Western theories

• They focus on economic structures