As you have learned, class consciousness is the perception that a class structure exists, and individuals have ideas regarding their social class or economic rank in society. They also feel they understand the structure of their class, and their class interests. Two theorists famous for their ideas regarding class consciousness are Karl Marx and Max Weber.
For this assignment, research the theories of Marx and Weber regarding class consciousness. Write an essay of 650 to 750 words that addresses the following:
Interpret and compare what each theorist said about class consciousness.
Does false class consciousness inhibit the average middle-class worker from achieving upward social mobility?
Think about your family’s social interactions when you were growing up. Did you spend time socially with families from a variety of social classes or did you primarily interact with those in your own class? Do you conform to class consciousness? Why or why not?
When you are done, submit your work to your instructor using the Turnitin link at the bottom of the page. All assignments must be submitted in word not wps, txt, copypastetxt.
Submission:
Must be 650- 750 words (within the paper) with standard 1-inch margins in Times New Roman or Garamond font.
Include information from at least three credible, scholarly sources other than your textbook.
Must be double-spaced.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must include in-text citations and references in APA style.
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