What follows an academic's "status set" according to Merton?
Scholarly duties
Protocol list
Expected behaviors
Promotion path
Answer
Expected behaviors are a component of an academic's "status set" as proposed by Robert K. Merton. This concept refers to the rights, obligations, and expectations associated with an individual's academic position. Expected behaviors are the specific actions or conduct that are deemed appropriate and in accordance with the norms of the academic community.
Merton's Corner: Exploring the Life and Work of Robert K. Merton
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