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The Cultural and Social Incorporation of Sociological Knowledge.

Authors :
Merton, Robert K.
Wolfe, Alan
Source :
American Sociologist. Fall 1995 26(3):15-39.
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

Explores the extent that sociological concepts have been incorporated into the vernacular of U.S. society and the impact of sociological techniques on politics and society. Study tracked frequency of selected sociological terms in the popular press. Identifies a danger of sociology becoming too popular and losing its credibility. (MJP)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0003-1232
Volume :
26
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
American Sociologist
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
EJ522283
Document Type :
Information Analyses<br />Reports - Descriptive<br />Journal Articles