A student group project applying Karl Marx's conflict theory to everyday behavior in a school library. It presents observations of students and teachers, linking each to sociological concepts like socialization, social roles, and social interaction. The document includes a group reflection on what was learned.
This document is a student group project for a sociology class. It applies Karl Marx's conflict theory to everyday behavior observed in a school library. The intended audience is the course instructor and classmates, as it presents a structured field observation and analysis.
The project begins by outlining the core ideas of conflict theory, including social inequality, power, the bourgeoisie and proletariat, dominant and marginalized groups, and ideology. It then describes the observation setting: the school library, observed from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM.
Three specific observations are recorded. First, students studying and reviewing, demonstrating socialization and conformity. Second, teachers conducting online classes, showing social roles. Third, students hanging out and socializing, illustrating social interaction.
The document concludes with a group reflection. It summarizes how the environment shapes behavior, how different people use the same space differently, and how sociological concepts appear in simple daily situations. The reflection emphasizes the importance of socialization, roles, and interaction.
The project includes a title page with group member names and a thank you page. It is a complete, self-contained assignment, likely submitted as a slide presentation or written report.