What is Symbolic interactionism? Sociology of Social Action Theory - Theory and Method

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******************************************* What is Symbolic interactionism? Sociology Theory A-Level Videos
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This A-level sociology and GCSE Sociology video explores Social Action Theory: Symbolic interactionism.
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‘Symbolic interactionism’ refers to the theory which states that we create the social world through our actions and interactions, and the meanings we give to situations. We convey these meaning through symbols, especially language.
This video will cover:
GH Mead: symbolic v instincts
Herbert Blumer
The looking glass self
Voluntaristic theory
Goffman dramaturgical model
Impression management
*Note Taking Questions*
What is symbolic interactionism?
How does Mead explain symbols and instincts?
Using Mead’s reasoning, how do humans react to someone shaking a fist at them?
What is ‘generalised other’?
Explain the ‘looking glass self’.
How does Goffman’s dramaturgical model work?
How does ‘impression management’ work according to Goffman?
How do Goffman and Functionalists differ in their theory on roles​?
List two criticisms of symbolic interactionism.