Critical thinking and sociological theories

Critical thinking and sociological theories

“Critical Thinking and Sociological Theories” Please respond to one (1) of the following:

Review the six (6) rules of critical thinking discussed on pages 8 and 9 in the textbook. Determine the rule that you believe to be the most challenging and provide a rationale for your response.

Examine the three (3) key sociological theories discussed in the chapter-structural functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism.

Discuss the key ways that these different theories define deviance and punishment in society.

The six rules of critical thinking in summary:

Rule 1: Be willing to ask questions, no matter how difficult.

Rule 2: Think logically and be clear.

Rule 3: Back up your arguments with evidence.

Rule 4: Think about assumptions and bias, including your own.

Rule 5: Avoid anecdotal evidence. The one time event may be just that, a one time event.

Rule 6: Be willing to admit when you are wrong or uncertain about your results