Central Analytical Issues in the Generation of Cumulative Sociological Knowledge |
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Authors: | Daniel P Mears Mark Christopher Stafford |
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Institution: | 1. The Urban Institute , USA;2. University of Texas , Austin , USA |
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Abstract: | Abstract The growth of theories, methodologies, and substantive/empirical areas in sociology has not led to consensus about what sociology is or how to generate cumulative knowledge. Recourse to general or “grand” theories, conceptual frameworks, and methodological advances has not proven noticeably helpful in resolving this situation. Suggesting an alternative strategy, this paper delineates nine analytical issues central to “doing” sociology. The authors contend that systematic attention to these issues will increase the generation of cumulative sociological knowledge. |
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