Theoretical Factors Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Two types of researcher
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Positivists or interpretivists
2
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What type of methods do interpretivists prefer
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Prefer methods that produce qualitative data
3
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What type of methods do positivists prefer
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Prefer scientific methods
4
Q
Validity
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True or genuine picture of what something is like
5
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Reliability
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Can be repeated to see if it gives the same results
6
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Representativeness
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Wether or not the sample are a typical cross section of the group we want to study.
7
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Generalisation
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Can apply to the wider population
8
Q
What are theoretical factors?
A
Refers to the quality of the data being collected and whether or not the data collected will allow them to develop an explanation or support their theory.
