3002 Study Review: Marxist and Structural Theories
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What is a primary focus of advocates who dismantle patriarchy?

They aim to dismantle oppressive structures.

How do indigenous perspectives contribute to research?

Indigenous peoples must be centered in research to enhance land and culture knowledge.

What must be acknowledged regarding Eurocentric knowledge?

The limitations of Eurocentric knowledge must be recognized.

Describe the nature of the process that involves culture and well-being.

<p>It is a dynamic process that requires continuous engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to post-structural thinking, how is language characterized?

<p>Language is unstable and its meaning is not fixed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between dominant narratives and societal norms?

<p>Dominant narratives perpetuate societal norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'context-dependent' imply about meaning?

<p>Meaning is influenced by the surrounding context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does questioning play in understanding societal truths?

<p>Questioning encourages the examination of societal 'truths' and norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can language influence power dynamics according to post-structural theory?

<p>Language can reflect and reinforce power relations in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for meaning to be open to reinterpretation?

<p>It means that meanings can change and evolve based on new interpretations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do diverse forms of feminism address equality across gender lines?

<p>Diverse forms of feminism emphasize equality by promoting various frameworks that challenge patriarchal systems and support empowerment for marginalized voices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do intersectional frameworks contribute to social work practices?

<p>Intersectional frameworks provide social work practices with a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected oppressions related to race, class, sexuality, and other identity markers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do theoretical traditions of feminism seek to address?

<p>Theoretical traditions of feminism seek to address challenges posed by heteronormative and patriarchal systems that marginalize diverse identities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include diverse voices within feminist frameworks?

<p>Including diverse voices is crucial as it enriches feminist frameworks and ensures that the specific needs of marginalized groups are recognized and addressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do diverse feminist traditions respond to social justice issues?

<p>Diverse feminist traditions respond to social justice issues by advocating for systemic change and challenging the root causes of oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do feminist theories play in creating safe spaces for women and LGBTQ+ individuals?

<p>Feminist theories play a role in creating safe spaces by promoting environments that recognize and support the rights and experiences of women and LGBTQ+ individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of addressing interconnected oppressions in feminist practices?

<p>Addressing interconnected oppressions is significant because it allows for a holistic understanding of how various forms of discrimination intersect and affect individuals differently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the impact of liberal and radical feminism on societal views of gender equality.

<p>Liberal and radical feminism impact societal views of gender equality by advocating for legal reforms and challenging patriarchal norms, respectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be advocated for to eliminate discrimination?

<p>Policies that include inclusive healthcare and anti-bullying education.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should critical disability studies be approached?

<p>It should be viewed as a social and political phenomenon rather than a medical one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of models should be moved away from in disability studies?

<p>Traditional, deficit-based, individual models of disability should be abandoned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be developed to address privilege in disability advocacy?

<p>A critical consciousness about privilege and a commitment to not reproduce injustices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be recognized about mental health communities in mad studies?

<p>They are often disbelieved and face epistemic injustice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influences the field of mad studies?

<p>Critical disability studies and intersectionality heavily influence its approaches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of approaches are suggested in disability studies?

<p>Rights-based and intersectional approaches are advocated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key concept does Marxism emphasize regarding how we perceive social relationships?

<p>Marxism emphasizes that all relationships must be perceived as being in relation to one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the body be viewed in contemporary discussions of disability?

<p>As a social, cultural, and political construct rather than a mere biological entity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of anarchism in relation to social work?

<p>It emphasizes decentralization of power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify one major influence on Structural theories.

<p>Structural theories are influenced by Marxism and anti-racism theories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do critical race studies contribute to disabilities studies?

<p>They offer insights into how race and disability intersect and inform systemic inequities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Rights-based approach define an individual's rights?

<p>The Rights-based approach defines rights as universal, indivisible, inalienable, and irrevocable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the theory and practice in social work according to the AOP?

<p>The primary goal is to support individuals while seeking to transform society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of anti-oppressive practice in disability advocacy?

<p>To transform the normative framings and practices surrounding disability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Feminism seek to challenge in society?

<p>Feminism seeks to challenge systemic oppression and power imbalances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'decolonial' mean in the context of mad studies?

<p>It refers to challenging colonial narratives and practices that marginalize mad communities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to uplift voices in the disability rights movement?

<p>Promote self-determination and defend the rights of individuals with disabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of self-reflexivity in social work?

<p>Self-reflexivity is essential to ensure social work practices are effective and socially responsible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are some key contributors to Rights-based theories?

<p>Key contributors include Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Kant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are systemic sanism and psychiatric oppression connected?

<p>They are intertwined with structures that inherently dismiss madness and psychiatric care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do structural challenges in society relate to in terms of social work?

<p>Structural challenges relate to the need for connecting resources to support individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe one aspect of how the AOP approaches social work.

<p>AOP is committed to constantly challenging assumptions and involves users in the work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Rights-based approach describe the nature of rights?

<p>Rights are described as universal, meaning they apply to everyone equally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does advocacy play in the AOP within social work?

<p>Advocacy plays a role in challenging inequalities and promoting social justice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant outcome of applying structural theories in social work?

<p>Applying structural theories helps reveal relationships between individual struggles and broader social issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways can social work challenge systemic oppression?

<p>Social work can challenge systemic oppression by supporting movements and building allyship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What essential aspect do feminist theories incorporate into social work?

<p>Feminist theories incorporate gender analysis into social work practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does resistance relate to social work's commitment to equity?

<p>Resistance challenges systemic inequalities and empowers marginalized voices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of interest convergence in critical race theory?

<p>Interest convergence suggests that racial justice only occurs when it aligns with the interests of white individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify a key focus within critical whiteness studies.

<p>Critical whiteness studies examine the privilege and historical superiority of white groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does critical geography play in understanding social issues?

<p>Critical geography emphasizes the spatial dimensions of power and inequality in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the perspective of critical theory on colonialism.

<p>Critical theory analyzes colonialism from the viewpoint of the colonized, resisting Western knowledge forms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do queer theories contribute to inclusivity in society?

<p>Queer theories challenge societal norms and promote inclusivity through critical examination of gender and sexuality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how spirituality can enhance social justice efforts.

<p>Spirituality promotes wholistic approaches, fostering interconnectedness and relational change in social work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of analyzing institutional racism?

<p>Analyzing institutional racism helps to identify and address systemic inequities affecting marginalized groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'anti-essentialism' refer to in social theory?

<p>'Anti-essentialism' argues against oversimplifying identities or groups and recognizes their complexity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do people of color contribute to analyses of oppression?

<p>People of color bring unique perspectives and experiences that enrich the understanding of systemic oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'deconstructing dominant Eurocentric narratives' involve?

<p>Deconstructing these narratives involves critically examining the historical context and biases inherent in scholarly discourse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify one impact of critical race theory on legal studies.

<p>Critical race theory informs legal studies by highlighting the intersection of race, law, and systemic inequality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges does critical race theory pose to traditional legal scholarship?

<p>It challenges the conventional understanding of law as an impartial system, emphasizing its role in perpetuating racism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the importance of intersectionality in social justice work.

<p>Intersectionality highlights how various social identities overlap, affecting individuals' experiences of oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of storytelling in critical social work?

<p>Storytelling serves to deconstruct dominant narratives and share marginalized perspectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural sensitivity involve in the context of social practices?

<p>Cultural sensitivity involves acknowledging the multiplicity of meanings and perspectives within social practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of the deconstruction of truths in social work.

<p>Deconstructing truths highlights that there are no universal or objective truths, promoting inclusive perspectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does post-structuralism contribute to our understanding of knowledge?

<p>Post-structuralism promotes the idea that knowledge is relative and shaped by historical and cultural contexts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the implications of recognizing that knowledge is culturally sensitive?

<p>Recognizing that knowledge is culturally sensitive implies that social work must adapt to diverse cultural contexts and practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify two key factors that shape knowledge and norms according to the content.

<p>Historical contexts and cultural practices are two key factors that shape knowledge and norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

3002 Study Review

  • Marxist Theory:

  • Dialectical materialism is non-linear; everything must be seen as interconnected in relationships.

  • Political bias; all relationships are part of capitalist structures. Capitalism creates, maintains, and perpetuates inequalities.

  • Marxist theory provides a space for other theories.

  • Structural Theory:

  • Analyses power imbalances in relationships.

  • Influenced by Marxism and anti-racism theories.

  • Rights-Based Approaches:

  • Emphasizes the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, asserting freedom and equality for all.

  • Universal principles apply to every person.

Key Contributors

  • Karl Marx, Gramsci
  • Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Kant
  • bell hooks, Simone de Beauvoir, Judith Butler

Applications

  • Structural challenges can't be separated from individual experiences.
  • Avoid either/or approaches when considering structures and individuals.
  • Systemic issues and personal choices are interwoven.
  • Connecting social issues (SU) with needed resources is important.
  • Changing social structures where possible.
  • Supporting SU navigating problematic situations.
  • Deconstructing socio-political discourse to reveal relationships between individuals and struggles.
  • Providing SU with internal information.

Additional Notes

  • AOP:
  • Recognizes indivisible, inalienable, and irrevocable aspects of social experience.
  • Social work should be political and should assist individuals while transforming society.
  • Theory and practice should support the oppressed and marginalized, with collaboration between social workers and service users.
  • Fostering a combined justice approach.
  • Feminism:
  • Inherent equality among diverse perspectives and theoretical traditions.
  • Diverse forms of feminism acknowledge intersectionality.
  • Disrupts patriarchal structures.
  • Indigenous Approaches:
  • Indigenous people's knowledge and culture are crucial.
  • Understanding their history is vital.
  • Post-structuralism:
  • Language is unstable.
  • Focus on critiquing dominant approaches.
  • Critical Race Theory:
  • Race is endemic.
  • Various types of racism, such as individual and systemic.
  • Mad Studies:
  • Psychiatric oppression and epistemic injustice.
  • Challenging the stigma and discrimination against those with mental illnesses.
  • Anarchism and Social Work:
  • Decentralization of power, collective action, and mutual aid are important.
  • Critiques hierarchical structures.
  • Connects social work with ecology.
  • Environment Justice:
  • Recognizing the interdependence of human and environmental well-being.
  • Addressing the disproportionate impact of environmental degradation on marginalized communities.

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This quiz reviews key concepts in Marxist and Structural theories, including dialectical materialism, power imbalances, and rights-based approaches. Learn about the contributions of influential theorists and the interconnections between systemic challenges and individual experiences. Test your understanding of these important social theories.

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