Interpretive Sociology

Qualitative Research in Sociology: Understanding the Depths of Social Life

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Quantitative Research in Sociology: Measuring Society through Numbers

Introduction Sociology, as the study of human society and social behavior, requires methods that capture the richness and complexity of social life. Among the two broad methodological traditions—quantitative and qualitative—qualitative research occupies a special position. It seeks to explore meanings, experiences, and interpretations rather than numerical patterns. In sociological inquiry, qualitative research enables scholars to … Read more

Alfred Schutz – Contribution to Phenomenology

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Introduction on Phenomenology Alfred Schutz (1899–1959) was an Austrian social scientist and philosopher best known for developing the phenomenological approach in sociology. Drawing upon the works of Edmund Husserl and Max Weber, Schutz attempted to bridge the gap between philosophy and sociology by examining how individuals create and maintain the social world through everyday experiences. … Read more