Théorie socialeSocial theories are analytical frameworks, or paradigms, that are used to study and interpret social phenomena. A tool used by social scientists, social theories relate to historical debates over the validity and reliability of different methodologies (e.g. positivism and antipositivism), the primacy of either structure or agency, as well as the relationship between contingency and necessity.
Sustainable designEnvironmentally sustainable design (also called environmentally conscious design, eco-design, etc.) is the philosophy of designing physical objects, the built environment, and services to comply with the principles of ecological sustainability and also aimed at improving the health and comfort of occupants in a building. Sustainable design seeks to reduce negative impacts on the environment, the health and well-being of building occupants, thereby improving building performance.
Contrôle socialLe contrôle social est l'ensemble des pratiques sociales, formelles ou informelles qui tendent à produire et à maintenir la conformité des individus aux normes de leur groupe social. Ses modalités varient. Ses effets sont discutés, il peut favoriser la cohésion sociale, mais aussi permettre toutes sortes de techniques de contrôle, dont la propagande conduisant à la domination et l'aliénation.
