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What is Functionalism? Introduction to A-level Sociology
Last updated 30 Nov 2022
Discover the key functionalists such as Durkheim and how they view society in this short introductory video for sociology students.
VIDEO CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to functionalism
01:01 Who was Emile Durkheim?
02:06 How do functionalists view society?
03:01 How do functionalists suggest society can function harmoniously?
04:06 Who are the other functionalists?
04:47 What is the influence of functionalism?
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