SOC100H1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Focus Group, Longitudinal Study
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One of the main goals of social research: to propose and examine models of reality commonly called theories. Theories are beings constructed, debated, and revised. Are metaphorical in the means that they are excessively simplified that conform. Results are often complex and point in several directions at once, supporting. All theorizing takes place within a particular cultural context. Theories change and vary overtime, developing somewhat differently in different different models societies. A theory is considered the best one if it confirms to the largest # of facts, makes the best predictions, and asks us to make the fewest untestable assumptions. It is necessary that the rules of practice are . Standardized because this creates rigours and reproducible work. Is the foundation of any sociological inquiry. An aspect of social life/behaviour that fascinates you. A question that is unanswered, but answerable interviews) Need a way to test the question (getting good quality data, observations,
