Theoretical Perspectives of Sociology

on Technology
 Emergence of phenomena- technology
 Impossible to imagine an individual without technology
Perspectives of Sociology
 Functionalist
 Conflict
 Interactionist
Functionalist approach:
 Functionalism is one of the major theoretical perspectives of sociology.
 Its role is to link every part of society to each other and maintain stability in
society.
 Functions are divided into two types: symptomatic functions are intentional and
obvious, while latent is the opposite.
 Furthermore, functionalism does not encourage people to play an active role.
  Impact on People
Conflict approach:
 Negative & Positive
Affects
 How to use conflict
properly
Interactionist approach:

Probes at micro-level
Existing intercommunicated aspects within the case
Two pertinent parts arise on the topic of technology in regard to
interactionist approach that are in interconnection, technology itself
and the people who get affected by it.