Discuss what we mean by the “context” of a theory
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Key points may include:
*The context of a theory may be social or intellectual.
* Social forces are informal surroundings and significant events taking place like war.
* Intellectual refers to learning ideas that influence our thinking such as from teachers.
* Assumptions may bias our interpretation of events.
* When events occur in time influences the theorist and his or her readers.
* Writers of theory may follow in the footsteps of their predecessors.
* Conservative or liberal sentiments may change over time and influence theory.
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