Compare the relative deprivation theory and the value-added theory

What will be an ideal response?


The following are suggested areas for students to address in their essays: Describe relative deprivation theory and provide an example.

Describe sociologist Neil Smelser's value-added theory.

Summarize the six conditions that are necessary in sociologist Neil Smelser's value-added theory: structural conduciveness, structural strain, spread of generalized belief, precipitating factors, mobilization for action, and social control factors.

Encourage students to include any personal viewpoints on the relative deprivation theory and/or the value- added theory in their responses.

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