Actor-Network Theory
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A foundational theoretical framework in sts addressing Actor-Network Theory at the meso level of analysis.
| Field | Science & Technology Studies · Sociology |
|---|---|
| Level of analysis | Meso · Groups & Organizations |
| Paradigm | Network Approach |
| Key figures | 👤 Bruno Latour (브뤼노 라투르) |
| Year | 2005 |
Key Claims
Actor-Network Theory provides a foundational analytical framework in sts, examining the dynamics of network at the meso level.
Further Reading
- Latour, B. (2005). Reassembling the Social. Oxford University Press.
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