
Making a Difference begins with the question that many sociology students often ask: Sociology tells us what's wrong with society, but what does sociology say we should do about it? Michael Schwalbe answers this question by drawing on sociology's methods, findings, and distinct ways of looking at social life. Schwalbe shows readers how social change can be accomplished by taking a sociologically mindful approach to a range of ordinary actions, such as listening, researching, writing, organizing, empathizing, advocating, conserving, teaching, dissenting, and imagining. Readers who have ever wondered how to use sociology to make the world a better place will find concrete answers and advice in Making a Difference.
This book investigates how the tools and perspectives of sociology can be applied to facilitate meaningful social change in everyday life. Michael Schwalbe, a sociologist, addresses the common student inquiry regarding the practical utility of sociological theory. He argues that by adopting a sociologically mindful approach, individuals can transform ordinary actions into effective strategies for addressing systemic social issues.
What You Will Find
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Readers frequently note that the prose is accessible and bridges the gap between abstract theory and actionable practice. Experts highlight this as a foundational text for students seeking to integrate academic sociology with civic engagement.
Page Count:
144
Publication Date:
2019-02-22
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190927208
ISBN-13:
9780190927202
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