Paradigms/philosophies in science - Answer-Positivism
Interpretive
Conflict/Critical
Positivism - Answer-linear causality, there are positive facts/truths out there for us to discover
Tenets of Positivism
Interpretive - Answer-"truth" is created. The context is important. "It depends"
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Paradigms/philosophies in science - Answer-Positivism
Interpretive
Conflict/Critical
Positivism - Answer-linear causality, there are positive facts/truths out there for us to
discover
Tenets of Positivism
Interpretive - Answer-"truth" is created. The context is important. "It depends"
Conflict/critical - Answer-there are the have's and the have nots. Conflict exists over the
scarce resources
Wallace Wheel - Answer-Inductive, Deductive
Inductive - Answer-Observation, generalization, theory construction, Theory -
characterized by the inference of general laws from particular instances. (sherlock
homes)
Starts by observing and end with a theory
Deductive - Answer-theory, hypothesis, design research, observation -reasoning from
general to specific
(process of elimination)
-hypotheses constructed in the Wallace Wheel
Theories - Answer--Are a set of propositions which explain a social phenomena
-inform research
3 major parts of theories - Answer-Assumptions: non-tested, foundations of a theory
Concepts: the building blocks of a theory
Propositions: how the concepts of a theory affect one another
Tenets of Positivism - Answer-There are phenomena and processes that operate
independently of human awareness of them. There are laws that govern at least some
of the phenomena and processes .We can discover these laws through the scientific
processes. Knowledge of these laws can help humans to predict and control some of
the phenomena and processes. This type of prediction and control can help humans
better meet their needs and desires.
Tenets of Interpretive - Answer-Natural science methods are not always appropriate for
gaining insight into human interaction. Many human actions cannot be predicted or
, controlled .Attempts to manipulate and control others are not ethical. There is no single
reality of life; knowledge is created by individuals living in a historical era. Gaining
understanding or reflecting on meaning will serve as a catalyst for action.
tenets of conflict/critical - Answer-In situations of inequality, those groups that control
resources are likely to exploit those that lack resources. Exploitation may not be
conscious calculation by those in control, but rather merely the pursuits of their own self
interests. In the process they take advantage of those who lack resources. Those with
resource, and thus the power, can impose their idea systems on those without
resources. I.e., those without resources have an idea system imposed on them. Conflict
allows for change, but conflict is not solvable.
family development theory - Answer--Families undergo stages of development.
-There are tasks associated with different points along the family life cycle.
-Families should be viewed over time.
FDT - Answer--The theory is one of the first and only ones that was developed
specifically out of an interest in families and thus focuses exclusively on the family.
-Developmental tasks are norms arising at a particular stage of the family life cycle.
-Not all families follow the cycle from beginning to end.
Family Development assumptions focus on - Answer-the systematic and patterned
changes experienced by families
Timing is an important concept in this theory(FDT). Which is NOT one of the types of
time referred to in the book? - Answer-Establishment Contextual time
Correct ones: Ontogenetic, Generational, Historical time
A basic assumption of exchange theory is the individuals are rational. This means that: -
Answer-if several individuals find themselves in the same situation with the same exact
information, and they find the same things rewarding, they will all likely act in the same
way
Exchange theory stems from which paradigm? - Answer-positivistic
What is the difference between reward and a profit? - Answer-Reward is something you
receive from something or someone, like respect. A profit is the reward, like money.
Elder Oaks article on reason and revelation - Answer-
Purpose of a theory - Answer-Increase knowledge and apply knowledge
Parts of a theory - Answer-Assumptions, Concepts and propositions
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