TSU Ch 2 Dynamic Systems & Karl Marx Conflict Theory Literature Review Essay

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1. Identify and provide descriptions of dynamic systems theory and the Karl Marx’s conflict theory by reading chapter 2 & 3 pdfs utilizing the information below. and discuss each theory’s primary assumptions. Explain how and why you decided on these two theories. BY taking each theory assumption and illustrate /apply it to the issue (HOMELESSNESS) at hand in the article Read the How Can We Stay Sober ” Homeless Women’s Experience in a Substance Abuse Treatment Center .pdf peer-reviewed article

Dynamic Systems Theory (General Systems) Assumptions/Key Concepts SEE CHAPTER 2 FOR EXPLANATION OF DYNAMIC SYSTEMS THEORY

• To be dynamic is to be in motion, continuously changing, active for example, in the peer reviewed article, the participants and the programs offered are constantly growing.

• The objects in motion are related and interdependent

• Each part is a Holon with horizontal and nested relationships

• Each system is morphostatic, morphogenic and homeokinetic

Karl Marx’s CONFLICT Theory ASSUMPTIONS/Key Concepts SEE CHAPTER 3 FOR EXPLANATION OF KARL MARXS CONFLICT THEORY

• With regard to social life/societies, conflict

• A basic feature of society

• Often involves coercion thus reflecting power and constraints

• Frequently revolves around groups with different interests

• Generates opposition, exclusion, and hostility

Karl Marx’s CONFLICT ASSUMPTIONS & PRACTICE APPLICATIONS

• How societies are structured, arranged, and operate