05 05 2005
Introduction to Sociology/Social Movements
«Contents * 1 Introduction * 2 Types of Social Movements * 3 Stages in Social Movements * 4 Social Movement Theories o 4.1 Deprivation Theory o 4.2 Mass-Society Theory o 4.3 Structural-Strain Theory o 4.4 Resource-Mobilization Theory o 4.5 Political Process Theory o 4.6 Culture Theory * 5 Examples of Social Movements * 6 Notes * 7 References * 8 External Links Introduction Social movements are any broad social alliances of people who are connected through their shared interest in blocking or affecting social change. Social movements do not have to be formally organized. Multiple alliances may work separately for common causes and still be considered a social movement.»...
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