Can we apply the scientific method to the complexities of human society?
In short: This video examines how sociologists use empirical evidence to study the social world. It explores the foundations of positivist sociology and introduces two major alternative frameworks: interpretative and critical sociology.
The discussion centers on what qualifies as 'science' within the social sciences. It specifically investigates positivist sociology, which relies on empirical evidence to investigate social phenomena.
Beyond positivism, the video introduces interpretative sociology and critical sociology as distinct approaches to understanding how society functions.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Sociology & the Scientific Method: Crash Course Sociology #3
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