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Symbolic Interactionism in Canada: Shared Meaning and the Perpetuation of Ideas.
- Source :
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Symbolic Interaction . Aug2019, Vol. 42 Issue 3, p468-481. 14p. - Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- In this paper I critically discuss HelmesâHayes and Milne's institutional perspective, as well as Neil McLaughlin's emphasis on scientific intellectual movements and Coserian intellectual sects, in explaining the emergence and potential future of symbolic interactionist theory in Canada. I contest claims that the interactionism is on the verge of disappearing and instead offer an explanation grounded in insights about shared meaning. I conclude that it is ironic that debates over the presumed demise of symbolic interaction may well contribute to its continued existence within the canon of Canadian sociology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *SYMBOLIC interactionism
*DEBATE
*SOCIOLOGY
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01956086
- Volume :
- 42
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Symbolic Interaction
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 137889640
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1002/symb.405