Robert K. Merton

This article is about the sociologist. For the economist, see Robert C. Merton

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Robert King Merton (July 5, 1910 - February 23, 2003) was a distinguished sociologist perhaps best known for having coined the phrase "self-fulfilling prophecy." He also coined many other phrases that have gone into everyday use, such as "role model" and "unintended consequences".

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July 5 - 1910 - February 23 - 2003 - Sociologist - Self-fulfilling prophecy - Unintended consequences

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Robert K. Merton was one of Talcott Parsons? students. He was heavily influenced by Pitirim Sorokin who tried to balance large-scale theorizing with a strong interest in empirical research and statistical studies. This and Paul Lazarsfeld influenced Merton to occupy himself with middle-range theories. Merton is the father of Robert Merton (also known as Robert Merton).

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Talcott Parsons - Pitirim Sorokin - Paul Lazarsfeld - Middle-range theories - Robert Merton

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