Positivism Flashcards
1
Q
what type of data do positivists prefer, give examples
A
- quantitative
- lab exp
- official statistics
- surveys / questionnaires
2
Q
why do positivists prefer a scientific approach?
A
- more reliable data
- more representative data
- establish c+e
- objective data
3
Q
what type of sociologists are positivists?
A
macro, structuralists
4
Q
what does durkheim suggest positivists are researching?
A
- ‘social facts’
- trends in society
5
Q
what are three positives of positivist methods?
A
- allow for the creation of policy
- fewer ethical issues (detached)
- less costly + more time effective
6
Q
what are three negatives of positivist methods?
A
- large scale quant data lacks depth/detail
- no empathy or report
- sociology is about meanings
