Something to Think About : Action Theories

Look at Goffman’s two key concepts of the presentation of self and impression management on page 246. Question 1: Politicians increasingly seem to use these techniques. How do they do it, and why do they feel they need to do so? Find examples to illustrate your...

Action Theories: Answers to QuickCheck Questions

Theories that focus on the actions and interactions of individuals rather than on the wider social structure. Gestures/body language, clothing, spoken language, ‘props’ such as equipment, furniture etc. Structural theories see society as something objective, existing...