stillingsteori
Stillingsteori, often translated as "positional theory" or "situation theory," is a theoretical framework within sociology and communication studies that examines how individuals and groups understand and define their social reality based on their positions within social structures. It emphasizes that meaning and knowledge are not objective but are constructed and influenced by where one stands in relation to others, institutions, and power dynamics.
Key to stillingsteori is the concept of the "social position." This refers to a person's location within
The theory suggests that different social positions lead to different "standpoints," which are unique ways of
Stillingsteori is particularly relevant in analyzing power relations and social inequalities. It argues that dominant social