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| Logical system bases knowledge on direct systematic observation |
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| Science of behavior and mental processes - observing information(empirical data)we can verify with senses |
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| Facts/statistics/information obtained by calculation/experimentation |
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| Systematic investigation to discover facts/relationships |
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| Max Weber view of objective research |
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| Social science research must be a value-free as possible i.e. finding truth as it is rather than as we think it should be" |
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| Difference oriented strategy rely s on numbers, produces numerical data, conducted in a controlled environment(lab), uses inductive logic |
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| Contextual oriented strategy, rely s on words, produce textual data, study phenomenon in natural settings, deductive logic. |
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1) Basic-Make a discovery not changes
2) Applies - Solve practical problem
3) Instrumental
4) Action - Wants to hcange practice, find new approach |
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1)Independent - variable can be manipulated by the researcher
2)Dependant - Closely observed to determine if its effected by independent variable
3) internal - researcher can control
4) external - researcher cannot control |
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| Measure what it says it will measure |
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| Produce similar results on replication |
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