Within a classroom, it is expected that teachers stand at the front of the room and lecture while students sit at desks, pay attention, take notes and raise their hands to ask questions.However, on the first day of class, Professor Sithole tells her students that they are free to ask questions at any point without raising their hands.Symbolic interactionists would call this
A)symbolism.
B)self-preservation.
C)the negotiated order.
D)self-awareness.

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The concept of the negotiated order refers to the shared understanding between individuals within a group or organization about how things should be done. In this case, Professor Sithole is deviating from the traditional power dynamic of a classroom and negotiating a new order where students are encouraged to participate more actively in the learning process.

Within a Classroom, It Is Expected That Teachers Stand at the Front