What is positivism? Discuss Giddens’s critique of positivism.
Introduction Positivism is a philosophical and methodological approach that emphasizes the use of scientific methods to study social phenomena. Originating from the natural sciences, positivism believes that knowledge should be derived from observable and measurable facts, rather than subjective interpretations. In social science, positivism advocates for value-neutral, objective, and quantifiable research methods. However, this approach […]
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