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Which academic discipline was formerly used to refer to the field of sociology?

  • Linguistics
  • Archaeology
  • Anthropology (correct)
  • Economics
  • What distinguishes positivist social scientists from interpretivist social scientists?

  • Use of methods resembling those of the natural sciences (correct)
  • Emphasis on social critique or symbolic interpretation
  • Inclusion of multiple methodologies
  • Strict adherence to empirically falsifiable theories
  • In what sense do interpretivist social scientists treat science?

  • In its stricter modern sense
  • In a symbolic sense
  • In its broader sense (correct)
  • In a positivist sense
  • What is a characteristic of modern academic practice in social science research?

    <p>Eclectic use of multiple methodologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does social science encompass in addition to sociology?

    <p>Human geography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Academic Discipline and Sociology

    • Sociology was formerly referred to as "social physics," highlighting its scientific aspirations to study society with a focus on quantitative analysis and empirical evidence.

    Positivist vs. Interpretivist Social Scientists

    • Positivist social scientists aim to apply methods similar to those in the natural sciences to study social phenomena, focusing on general laws and objective measures.
    • Interpretivist social scientists emphasize understanding the subjective experiences and meanings that individuals associate with their social actions, prioritizing qualitative approaches.

    Interpretivists and Science

    • Interpretivist social scientists regard science as a contextual and interpretive endeavor, valuing the insights gained from individual perspectives rather than relying solely on universal laws.

    Characteristics of Modern Social Science Research

    • Modern social science research often integrates interdisciplinary approaches, incorporating methods and theories from various fields to enrich understanding and analysis of social issues.

    Scope of Social Science

    • Social science encompasses a range of disciplines beyond sociology, including psychology, anthropology, economics, political science, and human geography, each contributing unique insights into human behavior and societal structures.

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    Test your knowledge of social science with this engaging quiz! Explore various disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, and archaeology while learning about the study of societies and human relationships.

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