Застосування інституційного підходу при вивченні дозвілля у соціологічній науці

Abstract

The article analyzes the new realities we are witnessing (globalization processes, the COVID-19 pandemic, information wars, etc.) are causing changes in all spheres of public life. Leisure is one of such areas. Due to these changes, transformations and modifications, people are forced to look for new ways to organize their leisure and leisure time. Attention is drawn to the fact that there are changes in the forms of various activities. In particular, their content is changing. It is emphasized that in accordance with changes in society, approaches to the study of human activities must change. The article analyzes the latest research and publications related to the organization of leisure and approaches to its study. It is also noted that there are aspects in the study of this issue that have not yet been fully clarified and substantiated. We pay attention to what is embedded in the content of the concept of leisure in scientific circulation. It is determined that leisure is considered in the context of free time, namely as part of it. It is emphasized that although these two concepts are considered in tandem, they are not identical. The focus is on the main approaches to sociology and their application in the study of leisure. The analysis of the content of sociological approaches to the study of leisure allowed us to understand that special attention should be paid to the institutional approach. He at the present stage of development of sociological science occupies one of the leading positions. That is why the study of leisure practices from the point of view of the institutional approach was considered in detail. It is noted that in our opinion, when studying this issue in Ukrainian society it is most appropriate and appropriate to apply an institutional approach. It is determined that this approach can be called the integration of elements of different approaches. This, in turn, allows us to substantiate our views on the most optimal approach to the study and study of leisure in Ukrainian society. Attention is focused on the fact that the choice of sociological approach in the study and research of a particular issue depends on the purpose and objectives of the scientist.