Mathematical Models of Social Systems
by James Montgomery
Publisher: University of Wisconsin 2009
Description:
Contents: Linear models; Markov Chains; Social Mobility; Differential Reproduction; Absorbing Chains; Evolution of Social Conventions; Strategic Network Formation; Communication Classes; Influence Networks; Demography; Population Momentum; Nonlinear models; One-Dimensional Models; Threshold Models; Neighborhood Effects; The Dynamics of Balance Theory; Differential Reproduction with Two Sexes; Two-Dimensional Models; Residential Segregation; Predator-Prey Models; The Population Dynamics of Racial Composition; Evolutionary Game Theory; Cultural Evolution.
Download or read it online for free here:
Download link
(multiple PDF files)
Similar books
A Brief History of Human Behaviour and How to Become an Enlightened Global Citizenby John Preece - Smashwords
This book presents an entirely new approach to the analysis of human behaviour. It reverts to the bedrock evidence of human history, and prehistory as mirrored in primatology, to construct a user friendly text which readers can readily understand.
(4719 views)
Social Theory of Fearby Geoffrey R. Skoll - Palgrave Macmillan
In the current crisis of the capitalist world system, elites promote fear of crime and terrorism to keep and expand their privileges and control the masses. This book offers an analysis of the crisis and strategies for rebellion.
(5329 views)
Fame Attack: The Inflation of Celebrity and its Consequencesby Chris Rojek - Bloomsbury Academic
This book assesses celebrity culture today. It explores how the fads, fashions and preoccupations of celebrities enter the popular lifeblood, explains what is distinctive about contemporary celebrity, and reveals the consequences of fame.
(4494 views)
Sociology: Understanding and Changing the Social Worldby Steven E. Barkan - Flat World Knowledge
This text presents not only a sociological understanding of society but also a sociological perspective on how to improve society. It demonstrates sociology's relevance for today's students who want to make a difference in the world beyond them.
(8921 views)