SOC 1101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Grand Theory, Antipositivism, List Of Fables Characters
16 Jan 2017
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The knowledge produced is supported by empirical data (tangible). Research is undertaken with the objective of describing; understanding and even influencing or improving the social world we live in. The result can be used to develop remedies for social problem, strategies for social projects or plans for social change. Research begins with a research strategy: two main parts = quantitative and qualitative. Quantitative research strategy focuses on collecting and processing data using statistical procedures. (concerned with numbers and answering questions like how much, how many, how often, etc) Qualitative research strategy focuses on collecting data that is rich in description and not easily handled using statistical procedures. (concerned with what people say or have said) Most sociologists first think about their research methods. 6 factors that influence sociological research theory, epistemology, values, ontology, practical considerations and politics. Theory explanation of something observed regularity. Draw on previous experiences, trends, ideas shared in society, etc. to come up with a reason.
