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It is theory based on social communication, therefore the name given to the theory itself. It links to the sociological views of the German theoristmax-weber. It promotes the idea that nothing in society is determined, and that people can break free of a label as individuals.
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What are the three theoretical perspectives in sociology?
In no particular order: The first school of thought in sociology is called Structural Functionalism (or just Functionalism). It was developed by the French Sociologist (and father of modern sociology) Emile Durkheim. Basically, it states that all social structures have a function. There are some dysfunctions in society, in which Durkheim referred to them as social pathologies. Suicide is a major social pathology. Durkheim centered much of his theory on the fact that society is preponderant, and the individual largely doesn't exist. People's attitudes are shaped by how harshly they are regulated, and how integrated they are into society. Naturally, Durkheim gets much more specific than this, but I'm trying to give the bare basics of his theory. The next school of thought in sociology is Conflict Theory. This theory was developed by the German philosopher Karl Marx. In his mind, history was essentially the recordings of a mass conflict that has existed for ages. His argument centered on the Hegelian dialectic (thesis vs antithesis, combination turns into synthesis, which becomes the next thesis, and so on) and argued that social forces were in conflict, and through this dialectical process would eventually work itself out (the communist revolution was supposed to do this, ending conflict, and thus ending history). Now, Conflict Theory is more focused on this dialectical power struggle, while not necessarily agreeing with his work on the economy (Communist Manifesto). Again, the individual plays little role in this theory. The final, and newest, school of thought is an American concept known as Symbolic Interactionalism. This was developed by the sociologists Cooley and Mead (not together, they both offer unique ideas into the concept). Symbolic Interactionalism is more concerned with small groups, as opposed to the other two theories. Within each interaction, an individual interprets social expectations and mannerisms, internalizes them, and subsequently shapes how the person will conduct him/herself. Cooley's "Looking Glass Self" more definitively explains his theory (again, the individual doesn't exist in this version). Mead, however, does allow for some mention of an autonomous portion of a person, but recognizes the internalization of societal expectations. Again, I am trying to give you the basics. If any of these theories interest you, you should look into them further!
What are the differences between macro and micro sociolinguistics?
macrosociology looks at the larger scale (have a look at structural functionalism which takes this view). It looks at society as a whole. Microsociology on the other hand looks at the individual (look at symbolic interactionalism which takes this view). This view looks at a problem from the smaller bits which are connected. Take the Corbe boy who has been on tv in recent times. The macrosociology perspective will look at society and how it has influenced this boy to act the way he does. The causes of this can be through media, social norms, stereotypes etc. The microsociology perspective however looks at the corbe boy himself as one of the problems and will then look at why he chose to do what he did, how did it get this far, they will look at the parents, his peers, etc. I hope this helps
What are the Three theoretical frameworks that developed in contemporary sociology?
Three theoretical frameworks that have developed in contemporary sociology are structural functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. Structural functionalism focuses on how societies maintain stability and order. Conflict theory examines power dynamics and inequalities within societies. Symbolic interactionism emphasizes the importance of symbols and interactions in shaping social life.
