Weber Developed His Theories on Bureaucracy and the Ideal Type

question 37

Essay

Weber developed his theories on bureaucracy and the ideal type during the industrial revolution.As such,his analysis and predictions were dependent on the economy that existed during that time.Since then,the economies of the United States and other nations have changed significantly,and scholars have sought to explain how we interact with these new systems.One of these updates is found in Ritzer's theory of McDonaldization.In a few sentences,identify and summarize one of the guiding principles of McDonaldization and provide an example of the principle in practice.Why do we like that principle?

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Definitions:

Community Center

A public location where members of a community may gather for group activities, social support, public information, and other purposes.

Family Group Conferencing

A decision-making process that brings together family members and other stakeholders to plan and make decisions for the welfare of a child or adult in need.

Abused Children

Minors who have suffered from physical, emotional, sexual, or neglectful mistreatment by caregivers or others in positions of authority.

New Zealand

A country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, known for its indigenous Māori culture and picturesque landscapes.