Philosophy of science and research
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The document outlines the key components of a scientific research process. It begins by establishing the objective and initial questions or hypotheses to address a problem. It then discusses considerations from the philosophies of science regarding epistemology, ontology, and relevant academic fields. The methodology section explains the use of primary and secondary research, which involves gathering empirical information and conceptual variables. Resources and ensuring the validity of the research are also important aspects.
Philosophy of science and research
- 1. Philosophy of Science and Research ACADEMIC PAPER CONCLUSION & PRODUCT/concept design QUESTIONS Scientific approach/methods Qualitative Epistemology: PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE and/or KNOWLEDGE Reflections on ... What is the task? quantitative What kind of knowledge? traditions, benefits of x approach, OBJECTIVE & Complete knowledge for this realism/anti realism, General purpose? grounded theory or another approach methodology What do I know know – how? Initial questions and hypotheses Ontology: HUMANISTICS NATURAL SCIENCES PROBLEM EMPERICAL Relevant? Why? How? Relevant? Why? How? FORMULATION INFORMATION/UNITS To what extent? To what extent? SOCIAL SCIENCES CONCEPTS/VARIABLES/FIELD Relevant? Why? How? To what extent? Methodology: Methodology: PRIMARY RESEARCH SECONDARY RESARCH RESOURCES AND VALIDITY (bibliography and appendices from interviews etc.)