Conflict Theories – A Comparison
The belief that conflict is an enduring aspect of society is only the starting point from which to understand conflict theory. Within this line of thinking, there are varying perspectives on the existence of conflict and the result of its persistence. How can these perspectives, which include Marxist, power elite, and interest group (pluralist) theory, coexist? What do these variances on perspective mean for the social worker’s understanding of conflict for individuals, groups, and communities?
For this assignment, review this week’s resources. Consider the similarities and differences among Marxist, power elite, and interest group (pluralist) theory. Then think about how these theories apply to your work with clients in social work practice.
Assignment (2 to 4 pages in APA format): Your assignment should include:
A comparison and contrast of the basic assumptions of conflict theories: Marxist theory, power elite theory, and interest group (pluralist) theory
An explanation of how these theories apply to social work practice
Note: Use a peer review journal article please
The belief that conflict is an enduring aspect of society is only the starting point from which to understand conflict theory. Within this line of thinking, there are varying perspectives on the existence of conflict and the result of its persistence. How can these perspectives, which include Marxist, power elite, and interest group (pluralist) theory, coexist? What do these variances on perspective mean for the social worker’s understanding of conflict for individuals, groups, and communities?
For this assignment, review this week’s resources. Consider the similarities and differences among Marxist, power elite, and interest group (pluralist) theory. Then think about how these theories apply to your work with clients in social work practice.
Assignment (2 to 4 pages in APA format): Your assignment should include:
A comparison and contrast of the basic assumptions of conflict theories: Marxist theory, power elite theory, and interest group (pluralist) theory
An explanation of how these theories apply to social work practice
Note: Use a peer review journal article please
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Marxism, pluralism, and elitism are all theories that are related to power disparity and how it emerges from the different traditions wherein supremacy is measured. Looking at power from a fundamental view, Steven Lukes identifies three main proportions of power and according to him; each dimension becomes more complicated than the previous dimension. In its view of power, pluralism could be identified as one of the dimensions of its naive version of decision making.
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