Sociology and Science

What are the 5 components of science?

• Empirical, Testable, Theoretical, Cumulative, Objective
• Analytical, Descriptive, Explanatory, Quantitative, Qualitative
• Experimental, Predictive, Interpretive, Comparative, Subjective
• Hypothetical, Systematic, Conceptual, Verifiable, Reliable

What is the positivist position on sociology as a science?

• Sociology is and should be considered a science
• Sociology is not a science, but it could be
• Sociology lacks a single paradigm, hindering its status as a science
• Sociology can be a science depending on the definition of science

What is the Popper's position on sociology as a science?

• Sociology is not a science, but it could be
• Sociology is and should be considered a science
• Sociology is pre-paradigmatic, hindering its status as a science
• Sociology is capable of producing testable hypotheses

What is the Kuhn's position on sociology as a science?

• Sociology is not a science, but it could be
• Sociology is and should be considered a science
• Sociology lacks a single paradigm, hindering its status as a science
• Sociology is not pre-paradigmatic, helping its status as a science

What is the realist position on sociology as a science?

• Sociology could be a science depending on the definition of science
• Sociology is and should be considered a science
• Sociology is not a science, but it could be
• Sociology is an open system, hindering its status as a science

What is the interpretivist position on sociology as a science?

• Sociology cannot and should not be a science
• Sociology is and should be considered a science
• Sociology is unobservable and deals with consciousness
• Sociology is concerned with external causes and stimulus reactions