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Sociological Theories Explaining Collective Behavior

9th Grade · Social Studies · US-FL-SS

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Goal

Critically analyze and compare the foundational and contemporary sociological theories that account for collective action and group behavior.

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Learning standards covered

us-flSS.912.S.8.3Florida Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Discuss theories that attempt to explain collective behavior.