Paradigm Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two paradigms used in research
A
. Quant
. Qual
2
Q
What are poeticises of a positivist paradigm
A
(Quant) . Generalisable . Descriptive and predictive . Objective . Verifiable
3
Q
Limitations of positivist paradigm
A
. Context striping
. Needs explanations
. Value free obs aren’t possible
. Absolute truth rarely found
4
Q
What are positives of interpretivist research
A
(Qual) . Voices of ps . Subjective deliberate . Multiples realities . Understanding and meaning
5
Q
What are limitations of interpretivist paradigm
A
. Ignore risk factors
. Not objective so may discriminate some patterns
. Less explanation
. Theory limited
6
Q
What is a paradigm
A
. Pattern of beliefs
. General assumptions
. Philosophical
. Aka research traditions/ world views/ methodologies
