Philosophy of Approaches in Social Sciences: A Review of Positivism, Phenomenology and Critical Social Sciences in Qualitative Research

Authors

  • K. P. Mathotaarachchi Institute of Human Resource Advancement, University of Colombo https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3164-5894
  • K. A. A. N. Thilakarathna Institute of Human Resource Advancement, University of Colombo

Keywords:

Qualitative Methodology, Positivism, Phenomenology, Critical Social Sciences

Abstract

Qualitative approach so as to speak has become one of the most utilized methodologies when it comes to studies that have been conducted in the realm of social science. While this being said, when compared to the quantitative approach, qualitative studies focus more on the textual articulation of the study than with empiricism. In this context, it often uses many of the already established theories in proceeding with its studies. This paper in particular examines how qualitative studies are conducted under the philosophical underpinnings rooted in positivism, phenomenology and critical social science.

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Published

2021-06-08

How to Cite

Mathotaarachchi, K. P., & Thilakarathna, K. A. A. N. (2021). Philosophy of Approaches in Social Sciences: A Review of Positivism, Phenomenology and Critical Social Sciences in Qualitative Research. Technium Social Sciences Journal, 20(1), 944–952. Retrieved from https://techniumscience.com/index.php/socialsciences/article/view/3559