3 DEC FS Q.2

0. In the post positivistic approach to research which of the following types of researches got emphasized?
(A) Experimental research
(B) Phenomenological research
(C) Ethnographic research
(D) Ex Post Facto research
(E) Action research
Given the correct answer from the options given below:

  • Option : C
  • Explanation : Post-positivism was devised as a hybrid of positivism and interpretivism, focussing on researching issues in the context of experiences of the majority and declaring the opinion of the majority as their result. Phenomenology focuses on experiences, events and occurrences with disregard or minimum regard fur the external and physical reality; Ethnography is the scientific description of a particular human society, its peoples and cultures, with their customs, practices and diversities through participatory, analytical and comparative field studies; and Action Research is a method of systematic enquiry by teachers/researchers into their own practice so as to identify problems and implement corrective measures.
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