Paradigm

In the context of social research, ‘paradigm’ refers to a system of ideas used by a group of researchers in order to create knowledge (Fossey, 2002 p.718). Positivism is an example of a social research paradigm. The positivist paradigm refers to the ‘study of social reality utilizing the conceptual framework, the techniques of observation and measurement, the instruments of mathematical analysis, and the procedures of inference of the natural sciences’ Suggests Corbetta (2003 P.10). In order to…

Methodological naturalism is not a suitable paradigm for science, because science is used to explain why things are the way they are. If one excludes a particular possibility of explanation, just for the sake of common ground or because they don 't believe in that possibility, then they 're not keeping…

This research contributes to a qualitative advocacy/participatory worldview personal interest paradigm, which was chosen because the study matches an interest in working within the culture of marginalized and disenfranchised young people. Methodology While the best practices of conflict theories processes are useful to resolve disputes and intrapersonal conflicts no matter where one may reside, this paper will be limited to the study of transition aged youth that are no longer in the Los Angeles…

Theoretical/Conceptual Paradigm The study is based on the premise that various preparations of platelet concentrate such as PRF and CGF may be regarded as healing biomaterials since they contain all the necessary components permitting optimal wound healing following surgical procedures. Components such as growth factors and pro-inflammatory cytokines have been reported to work in unison for the achievement of wound healing in various medical and surgical cases. As such this can be a…

A paradigm shift is when a commonly held belief, social standard, or custom changes across society. This change can be caused by advancements in technology, new ways of thinking that overcome our traditional ideologies, or even a sudden recession in these advancements. Once these transitions start, they typically alter how general society or industry operates in a very short period of time because they set, and are accepted by the majority, as the standard for the new norm. In Joel Barkers…

practices is the positivist paradigm. This paradigm seem to be very open-minded and addresses many issues that may cause one to commit crime. As stated in our second week of class lecture this paradigm attempts to find facts or understanding through studies/measurements. In order for our criminal justice policies to be effective/worthwhile there is a need for criminologist and those of power to determine if particular policies should be implemented or discontinued. This paradigm also recognizes…

A paradigm shift is a concept established by Thomas Kuhn, a philosopher and physician as a dramatic change in the basic beliefs of humankind. Some examples of paradigm shifts in history are the agricultural revolution and the industrial revolution, both which drastically changed the human notion of the world. Aside from the two listed above, there are also many other events and inventions that shifted the status quo. One of the most significant paradigm shifts in the twentieth century is the…

How paradigms works to both advance and hinder the wildlife profession There have been multiple changes in paradigms during North American history, beginning with the occupation by Europeans. Like their European ancestors, early immigrants to North American had little value for wildlife. A dominance paradigm attributed to Judeo-Christian ethics was evident in early settlers who felt a sense of responsibility to exploit the gifts of the earth. These early stages of wildlife management in North…

As our society advances, it is only expected that change occur. Old ways will be phased out and our culture will be shifted to meet the demands of present day problems. The "Old Sick Care Paradigm" has shifted to into the "New Healthcare Paradigm". "Promotion of health while reducing costs has been the driving force behind these trends" (Denisco & Barker, 2016, p. 170). The focus of the health system is changing from curative to preventive. According to Denisco and Barker (2016) this is…

All the above was exemplified by Entwistle (2004) calling it Enemies Paradigm; supporters of each approaches considered that they were right and the others were wrong, that the idea to introduce religious beliefs in any mental or physical treatment was not just illogical but also dangerous (secular version). In contrast, the sacred version of the paradigm stated that the use intervention based on science or logic was hazardous for individuals of faith. Psychology as a science was derived from…