Realism in Research Flashcards
1
Q
What does Realism say about research?
A
It is possible for it to be objective, even when explaining ‘unobservable patterns’ in ‘open systems’
2
Q
Which type of method/s does it use?
A
Mixed methods research
3
Q
What does Sayer say?
A
Society is an open system, but sociology can be scientific and discover ‘underlying mechanisms and structures’
4
Q
What does Realism aim to do?
A
Bring action and structure together, finding the structural influences behind social action
