SOCI-100 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Participatory Action Research, Inductive Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning
12 Apr 2018
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Deductive reasoning a theory-driven approach that typically concludes with generalizations based on research findings. Inductive reasoning a data-driven approach that begins with observations and ends in theory construction. Qualitative methods a method employed to better understand social phenomena using inductive reasoning and non-numerical data. Quantitative methods a method employed to test hypotheses based on deductive reasoning and numerical data. Grounded theory a systematic strategy for moving from specific observations to general conclusions about discourses, actions, interactions, and practices. Rigour trustworthiness of a qualitative research process and the data collected. Triangulation the use of multiple data-gathering techniques within the same study. Exploratory research explores and area of interest that very little is known about. Descriptive research describe features and characteristics of a group, event activity or situation. Explanatory research clarifies aspects of a particular social phenomenon. Evaluation research assesses the need for or effectiveness of a social program.
