Positivism and Interpretivism Flashcards
1
Q
What do Positivists seek from research?
A
Objective, quantitative and reliable results
2
Q
What do Interpretivists seek from research?
A
Subjective, qualitative and valid results
3
Q
What do Interpretivists believe is the aim of research?
A
To gain verstehen; understanding of the participants’ thoughts and feelings
4
Q
Why do Interpretivists believe sociology can’t be a science?
A
Individuals create society in their interactions, and we should seek value-laden and micro research
5
Q
Which approach believes sociology can be a science?
A
Positivism
6
Q
Define value-free
A
Not involving opinions and own ideas in research
7
Q
Define value-laden
A
Involve your own ideas and attitudes in research
