5 Questions
What is the purpose of theory in urban social research?
To assess the adequacy of a particular urban social theory
What are the components of a theory?
Definitions, descriptions of the phenomena of interest, and relational statements
Which type of theory is limited in scope and can be tested directly?
Theories of the middle range
What is the relationship between theory and research when using deduction?
Begin with a theory or explanation for something, then go out into the world and test it
What is the purpose of using induction in social scientific inquiry?
Begin by gathering or examining data, and then try to derive a theory or explanation from the data
Prepare for the URBS 260 final exam with this review of Chapter 1, covering general research orientations, theory formation, and the purpose of theory and research in urban social contexts.
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