Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the functionalist view on society. Functionalism is a consensus perspective‚ whereby society is based on shared values and norms into which members are socialised. For functionalists‚ society is seen as a system of social institutions such as the economy‚ religion and the family all of which perform socialisation functions. A strength of the functionalist theory is that it a macro level structural theory which uses an organic analogy- using the body as
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Describe the main strengths and weaknesses of Utilitarianism. Utilitarianism was originally formulated by Jeremy Bentham in the 18th century‚ and fully developed by John Stewart Mill in the 19th. It states that we should always act so as to produce the greatest ratio of good to evil for everyone concerned with our decision. As with all moral theories‚ utilitarianism has many strengths and weaknesses. The main strength for this theory is that it is always looking for the greatest good for the greatest
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What is the key feature of a cross-sectional study? Present the strengths and weaknesses of the approach. Select two other peers’ postings and debate their rational. Cross sectional study is known for some time being used in a very general sense to help classify‚ (Ridner‚ 2007) all or any study that is not involve any kind of follow up of a research subjects like for instant like there is a study in which a group of subjects are than recruited over a very long amount of time. But is never ever been
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have higher expectations of one another. I worked at my uncles Auto repair garage for a few years until I had my baby a few months ago‚ I truly enjoyed my job because I got to meet and talk with new people every day while working in the office. Strengths I feel that Mad Keen Motors has very experienced and a creative leader since this is a privately owned family business. The business model is well developed and researched by the family and the families employees because everyone in the business
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Woods Equestrian Program there have been plenty of distinct moments that have revealed both strengths and weaknesses of my abilities as an equestrian and as an individual. Over the course of a few weeks there has been much learned about myself both as a rider and on a more personal level. My perceived strengths include a willingness to learn‚ listening skills‚ and a positive attitude while my weaknesses that need to be improved upon is the ability to procrastinate‚ missing the simple details‚ and
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power each state had while maintaining its “Sovereignty‚ freedom‚ and independence and every power‚ jurisdiction‚ and right.” Although‚ many of the ideas behind the Articles of Confederation were well thought out‚ in reality‚ it revealed many of its weaknesses as the framework of America.The Articles were
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Focused Interview by Merton et al (1956). Merton’s study influenced the creation of the procedures that are now accepted as common practice in focus groups. Although this particular method possesses a substantial number of strengths‚ focus groups also occupy a number of weaknesses that disadvantage the researcher and limit findings which can be discussed in relevance to theories. Firstly‚ Dawn Snape and Liz Spencer (2003‚ p.3) propose that it is important to define the practice of qualitative data
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goals. 2. At the beginning of the school year‚ screening instruments are usually given to all students. These tools help identify struggling students‚ but they don’t give specific information about their strengths and weaknesses. 3. Diagnostic assessments identify the specific strengths and weaknesses of students at-risk. This information helps teachers differentiate and modify the general education curriculum for students. Diagnostic assessments can also be used to develop the appropriate IEP
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The main strengths and weaknesses of sanction policies June 2015 Student ID:673806 Acronyms CIPFA: Chartered Institute of Public finance and Accounting DWP: Department of Works and Pension LCFS: Local Counter Fraud Specialist NAO: National Audit Office NFA: National Fraud Authority NHS: National Health Service NHS CFSMS: National Health Service Counter Fraud and Security Management Services XXXXX: XXXXX ousing Gr Table of Contents 1.Executive Summary..............
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aspects of the kingdom. However‚ there is controversy as to whether Tiberius really stepped up to the role as efficiently as others. He was definitely a man of tradition‚ but was not well liked by the population. Tiberius’ reign held both strengths and weaknesses which created a debate as to whether he was a successful ruler or not. Despite his poor judgement of individuals‚ Tiberius had many positive qualities. He stuck to tradition and liked those who spoke up‚ a quality he possibly wished to possess
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