After reading this article you will learn about the problem of objectivity in social inquiry. The problem of objectivity is one of knowing reality. In addition to questions related to being, objectivity involves two other considerations, viz., the correct method of dealing with any question and of how we know anything (Epistemology). It has been argued that the social scientists [...]
After reading this term paper you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Hypotheses 2. Types of Hypotheses 3. Sources. Term Paper # 1. Meaning of Hypotheses: Once the problem to be answered in the course of research is finally instituted, the researcher may, if feasible proceed to formulate tentative solutions or answers to it. These proposed solutions or explanations are [...]
This article throws light upon the six main characteristics of a usable hypotheses. 1. A hypotheses should be empirically testable. It should be so stated that it is possible to deduce logically certain inferences close to the level of concrete observation so that they can be tested by observation in the field. That is, the hypotheses should have empirical referents. [...]