Applied Sociology

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Applied sociology is centrally concerned with social change. It is a specific type of sociological practice – it is led by the research questions and concerns of clients.

Drawing of people walking in the distance. Text reads: Applied sociology - 'any use (often client-centred) of the sociological perspective and / or its tools in the understanding of, intervention in, and/ or enhancement of human social life

The quote is drawn from a terrific, easy to read book by Stephen Steele and Jamie Price: “Applied Sociology: Terms, Topics, Tools, and Tasks: Terms, Topics, Tools.”

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