In this article we will discuss about the techniques used in content analysis of a book. Berelson defines ‘content analysis’ as a “research technique for the objective, systematic and quantitative description of the manifest content of communication.” Content analysis is a methodologically sophisticated version of the commonsense technique of finding out how an author of… Continue reading Content Analysis of a Book | Techniques | Social Research | Sociology
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The Problem of Objectivity in Social Inquiry | Sociology
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… Continue reading The Problem of Objectivity in Social Inquiry | Sociology
Analysis of Data: 4 Steps | Social Research | Sociology
This article throws light upon the four main steps involved in analysis of data. The steps are: 1. Establishment of Categories or Classification of Data 2. Coding 3. Tabulation 4. Statistical Analysis of Data. Step # 1. Establishment of Categories or Classification of Data: Social science research generally involves a large variety of responses to… Continue reading Analysis of Data: 4 Steps | Social Research | Sociology