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Assembling perspective

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Assembling perspective in sociology refers to a framework for understanding how social movements and collective behavior are organized, highlighting the processes through which individuals come together to form a collective unit with shared interests or goals. It examines the ways in which groups mobilize resources, communicate, and strategize to achieve their objectives.