SA 304 The Development of Anthropology

Topic: Write a conference paper in which you explain the difference between

conflict theory and social action theory. You must describe the basic ideas and

beliefs of both approaches. In your discussion you should include the views of

Gluckman and Coser (conflict theory) and also the views of Turner and Weber

(social action theory).

Student Name: Tong Ho Hin

Student Number: 215385144

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