Answer to Question #211723 in Sociology for Esko

Question

What are the similarities between phenomenology and ethnomethodology?

Answer 1

The two central theories to the readings are phenomenology and ethnomethodology, both sharing resemblance due to Alfred Schutz having influenced Harold Garfinkel and his theory of ethnomethodology. Phenomenology is this idea that social life is socially constructed by everyday interaction and experiences. Meanwhile, Ethnomethodology is the study of routines that people have for their accomplished tasks, and the ways people use social interaction to rationalize their everyday activities and create their reality. Both of their ideas are very much applicable and were actually quite enjoyable to read.