This article throws light upon the four main functions of research for theory. The functions are: 1. Research Initiates Theory 2. Research Helps Recasting of Theory 3. Research Refocuses Theory 4. Research Helps in Clarifying Theory. Function # 1. Research Initiates Theory: Scientific research sometimes leads to findings that may press for a new formulation […]
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The Meaning of Theory in Social Science | Social Research | Sociology
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After reading this article you will learn about the meaning of theory in social science. Scientific theory is a term which comes from the Greek word ‘theorem’ meaning to look at. A fair translation of scientific theory would be a knowledgeable outlook. There is a sense, of course, in which every one has a world […]
Contents of the Research Report | Social Research | Sociology
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After reading this article you will learn about the contents of a research report. It includes:- 1. Introduction 2. Method 3. Results of the Study 4. Discussion 5. Summary or Abstract 6. References 7. Appendix. 1. Introduction: The research report should ordinarily start with a statement of the problem selected for investigation. The reporter should […]