Question

The birth of sociology gave rise to the scientific and rational understanding of society. How did Erving Goffman contribute to the field?

A. He introduced participants observation as a tool for research
B. He favored historical particularism as an approach in understanding society
C. He theorized dramaturgical approach in analyzing social interactions and relationships.
D. He proposed the looking glass self-theory as a way of seeing behavior and social phenomenon.​

Answer 1

Goffman made substantial advances in the study of face-to-face interaction, elaborated the "dramaturgical approach" to human interaction, and developed numerous concepts that have had a massive influence, particularly in the field of the micro-sociology of everyday life.