Introduction to Social Sciences
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What is the primary concern of social sciences?

  • Analyzing natural phenomena through experimental methods.
  • Studying human social behavior and institutions in a scientific way. (correct)
  • Investigating human biology and evolution.
  • Understanding historical events through archaeological methods.

    • Which type of anthropology focuses specifically on language and communication?

  • Archaeological Anthropology
  • Biological Anthropology
  • Linguistic Anthropology (correct)
  • Cultural Anthropology

    • Which category of economics examines the behavior of individual consumers?

  • Microeconomics (correct)
  • Macroeconomics
  • Behavioral Economics
  • National Economics

    • What does experimental research primarily aim to determine?

    <p>What causes something to occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which research type is characterized by its focus on synthesizing evidence from the past?

    <p>Historical Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of economics uses econometrics to test theories?

    <p>Applied Economics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of longitudinal research?

    <p>To study the same sample across time for changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods is used for collecting and analyzing economic data?

    <p>Statistical Methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of quantitative research?

    <p>Tests hypotheses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes WEB 3.0?

    <p>Encompasses individual control of personal data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of assistive media?

    <p>To assist persons with visual and reading impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about convergent technologies is accurate?

    <p>They involve the blending of different technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of qualitative research?

    <p>Focuses on smaller sample sizes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of online system allows users to conduct financial transactions?

    <p>Online Banking System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best defines information and communication technology (ICT)?

    <p>A diverse set of technological tools and resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the state of ICT technologies in WEB 2.0?

    <p>Emphasizes user-generated content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Sciences Overview

    • Discipline focused on studying human social behavior, institutions, and society scientifically.
    • Natural Sciences aim to predict natural phenomena through controlled experiments.
    • Humanities explore human reactions to events in life.

    Scientific Method

    • Systematic and logical approach for acquiring and explaining knowledge.
    • Involves a step-by-step procedure for investigation.

    Anthropology

    • Study of human societies and cultures, divided into three main types:
      • Biological Anthropology: Focuses on human biology and evolution.
      • Linguistic Anthropology: Examines language and communication.
      • Archaeology: Investigates history and material remains.

    Economics

    • Social science examining resource allocation among individuals, businesses, governments, and societies.
    • Types of Economics:
      • Microeconomics: Analyzes behavior of individual consumers.
      • Macroeconomics: Looks at the economy as a whole.
      • Markets: Places where economic activities occur.
    • Economic Methods:
      • Econometrics: Tests economic theories.
      • Statistical Methods: Involve data collection and analysis.

    Types of Research

    • Descriptive Research: Addresses basic questions and describes existence regarding variables.
    • Historical Research: Synthesizes past evidence and gathers data.
    • Experimental Research: Investigates causal relationships using independent (IV) and dependent variables (DV).
    • Exploratory Research: Develops tentative theories or hypotheses.
    • Cross-Sectional Research: Compares similarities or differences across groups.
    • Longitudinal Research: Studies the same sample over time to track changes.
    • Sequential Research: Conducts research in a series across intervals.
    • Case Study: Examines real-world issues in-depth.

    Research Methodologies

    • Quantitative Research: Tests hypotheses, expressed in numbers, larger sample sizes, and utilizes statistical analysis.
    • Qualitative Research: Formulates hypotheses expressed in words, smaller sample sizes, using interviews and focus groups.
    • Mixed Method: Combines quantitative and qualitative approaches.

    Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

    • Encompasses technological tools for transmitting, storing, creating, and sharing information.
    • Infrastructure for modern computing and communication.

    State of ICT Technologies

    • Web 1.0: Early web era focusing on static web pages.
    • Web 2.0: Current internet state emphasizing user-generated content and improved usability.
    • Web 3.0: Encompasses personal data control, cryptocurrencies, and AI integration.

    Convergent Technologies

    • Involves the merging of different technologies to create new products or services.

    Types of Media

    • Social Media: Internet-based tools enabling user interaction and information sharing.
    • Mobile Media: Includes handheld devices for communication and entertainment.
    • Assistive Media: Internet services for individuals with visual and reading impairments.

    Online Systems and Functions

    • Digital platforms that facilitate communication and interaction across the internet.
    • Types of Online Systems:
      • Online Banking: Manages financial transactions digitally.
      • Online Shopping Platforms: Facilitate purchasing goods and services online.
      • Online Communication Tools: Enable various forms of digital communication.

    ICT Platforms

    • Social Media: Support content creation and sharing among users.
    • Search Engines: Help locate relevant online information quickly.
    • Communication Services: Tools that facilitate connections among people.
    • Payment Systems: Systems used for settling financial transactions.
    • Advertising Platforms: Tools for businesses to create and manage advertising campaigns.

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    Explore the fascinating field of Social Sciences, which examines human social behavior and institutions through a scientific lens. This quiz will cover the distinctions between social sciences, natural sciences, and humanities, as well as the importance of the scientific method in these studies.

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