Title
Making connections: The relationship between epistemology and research methods
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2007
Abstract
The ability to identify the relationship between the epistemological foundation of research and the methods employed in conducting it is critical in order for research to be truly meaningful. Unfortunately this connection is often not taught in the research methods classes that most psychology students experience. Indeed the very names of these units emphasises the focus on methods and consequently the epistemology, theoretical frameworks and methodologies that influence the choice of methods remain ‘hidden’ from view. This paper brings into focus these hidden (or often overlooked and ignored) elements of research and illustrates the importance and relevance by drawing on example from the author’s research into the student experience of higher education.
Recommended Citation
Darlaston-jones, D. (2007). Making connections: The relationship between epistemology and research methods. Australian Community Psychologist, 19(1), 19-27.
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