This special issue presents a variety of contemporary perspectives on a key concept of activity theory—the object of activity. The concept of the object of activity has been regarded as one of the most fundamental notions of the approach as a whole, playing an increasingly important role in theoretical developments and practical applications of activity theory. These papers serve to further develop the idea in terms of the relationship between psychological and sociological interpretations, as well as how the object of activity can be used both theoretically and empirically. The articles, based on presentations at two symposia, provide arguments on how to make sense of the concept while indicating potential directions for further development. Contributors to the issue vary in their areas of interest, lending a range of perspectives to the analysis of contemporary activity theory.
- ISBN10 080589487X
- ISBN13 9780805894875
- Publish Date 28 May 2005
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 4 June 2021
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
- Imprint Psychology Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 88
- Language English