Sociology A-Level
Theories of Development
What Theories of Development means in Sociology A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Theories of Development
Analysis of competing frameworks including Modernisation theory's focus on internal cultural values and Dependency theory's emphasis on external exploitation and neocolonialism.
Topics that use Theories of Development
- Global Development (AQA A-Level)
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Using Theories of Development in the exam
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