Focusing on methodological individualism, the book presents foundational theories from key figures like Menger, Schumpeter, Simmel, and Weber. By translating their significant texts into English, it offers valuable insights into this crucial paradigm in the social sciences, exploring how individual actions shape social phenomena.
Sociology and Education is a sound introduction to sociology of education. The book examines the respective logics behind the contemporary sociological approaches to education, their assumptions and their limits. It clarifies the links between psychology of cognitive development, micro-sociology and macro-sociology, as well as the role ascribed to human reason in social action. Special attention is given to major scientific discussions and empirical findings regarding inequality of educational opportunity. Rooted in both American and European sociology, the book helps the reader grasp the viewpoint of the different theoretical approaches to formal education and thus to envisage new perspectives.