Select a social group and then undertake the four steps needed to practice the sociology of knowledge.
What will be an ideal response?
Steps in Practicing the Sociology of Knowledge
• Groups in the social strata are best understood by exploring their knowledge, where it comes from, and how its related to larger systems of thought
a. First, specify the historical period being studied
b. Second, explore the abstract standpoints from the groups’ perspective
c. Third, identify the various intellectual strata or social hierarchy at work
d. Fourth, see how the group embraces a unique version from the largely socio-historical standpoint
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