SOCIOL 212
Network Theory
An introduction to theoretical work in the field of social networks. Topics include baseline models, homphily, and propinquity, exchange and power, balance theory, diffusion and social influence, equivalence, and cohesion. Deductive use of theory to make novel predictions is emphasized.
Topics
- baseline models
- homphily
- and propinquity
- exchange and power
- balance theory
- diffusion and social influence
- equivalence
- and cohesion
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
An introduction to theoretical work in the field of social networks. Topics include baseline models, homphily, and propinquity, exchange and power, balance theory, diffusion and social influence, equivalence, and cohesion. Deductive use of theory to make novel predictions is emphasized.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027