The invisible architecture of how we know what is true
In short: Before you can conduct research, you must first decide what reality looks like and how humans can possibly perceive it. This video breaks down the foundational pillars of research philosophy that dictate every scientific inquiry.
The video explores the core concepts of ontology—the study of what exists—and epistemology—the theory of knowledge. By understanding these, researchers can determine whether they believe reality is objective and independent of the observer or constructed through human experience.
It further distinguishes between primary methods of reasoning: deduction, which moves from general theories to specific observations, and induction, which builds general theories from specific data points. Mastering these frameworks allows for more rigorous, intentional academic work.
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