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What research theory does

What research theory does

Comparison chart showing positivism, interpretivism and realism with views of society, methods, data, strengths, limitations and UK examples

A theory of research is a set of assumptions about what society is like and how sociologists can know it. It shapes the question asked, the method chosen, and the standard used to judge evidence.

Theories of research Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Sociology
  3. /Theories of research

Step-by-step lessons on Eduqas A Level Sociology Theories of research. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong grasp of the core sociological perspectives (functionalism, Marxism, feminism, interactionism) early, since they underpin evaluation across every topic and exam question.

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