Main Features of Documents Flashcards
different types, sociologist's preference, type of data (10 cards)
What kind of data do documents use?
Both- rich in qualitative data.
What data do sociologists prefer?
Qualitative.
Give examples of secondary data.
Diaries, journals, photographs, autobiographies, letters. TV & radio.
What are public documents?
Court records, official statistics (Ofsted inspection reports).
What are personal documents?
Diaries, autobiographies.
What are historic documents?
Documents created in the past and can still be useful in the present time.
What is an advantage of historic documents?
They are valid; primary resources.
Who are public documents produced by?
Government department, schools, charities, businesses and agencies.
What was the Black Report (1980)?
Major source that highlighted inequalities in health.
Advantages of personal documents?
Interpretivists favour this way because they see the author’s intent.
