Investigating Integration in Norbert Elias’Process Sociology

Document Type : Research Article

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1 PhD student in Economic Sociology and Development, Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law and Social Sciences, Tabriz University, Tabriz, Iran

2 Associate Professor, Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law and Social Sciences, Tabriz University, Tabriz, Iran

Abstract

Integrative Theory plays a major role in creating new concepts and developing new perspectives. The study aimed to investigate synthesis in process sociology of Norbert Elias by using the theoretical-analytical method. The results show that, Elias has moved towards a process-oriented theoretical and methodical field in his sociology, and it can be said that a combination of theoretical and methodical types is reflected in his work. By mentioning some examples of the macro and micro levels, i.e., open personality and figuration, Elias claims that he has solved the distinction between agency and structure. Since in contrast to the agency and structure that are two separate poles, his concepts are on a continuum and there is not a distinct line between them. Elias can also inspire the modern methodological discussion by Methodological integration in his works, because he used various data and triangulation. Therefore, considering the development of a framework for a process-oriented method, he can be considered as one of the early proponents of mixed method research. One can say that though Elias’ theory has been criticized, it is generally defensible. The privilege of his work is his remarkable approach as a theoretical-experimental product that, going beyond the merely conceptual analysis, can be considered the most successful integrated project in the field of theory and methodology synthesis plan in European tradition of sociology.

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Two Quarterly Journal of Contemporary Sociological Research
Volume 12, Issue 22
October 2023
Pages 73-96

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