Explain why sociology emerged when it did and how sociology became a separate academic discipline. Discuss Auguste Comte's major contributions to the development of sociology as a true science discipline. Choose one of sociology's pioneering theorists (Durkheim, Martineau, Weber) and discuss his/her major contributions to the field of sociology What were Karl Marx's contributions to sociology? What perceptions of Marx have you been exposed to in society? How do these perceptions influence your views? - Define the following terms: qualitative and quantitative research. Give an example of when each is used. . Identify and discuss the core differences between functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. . Define the following terms: manifest functions, latent functions, and dysfunctions. Give an example of each in the same setting.