Philosophical Perspectives of Methodology
Introduction Research philosophy is an important part of the methods that we use in investigations. It is categorised as ontology, epistemology, and axiology. These philosophical viewpoints aid researchers in determining which approach is best for their research. It also addresses why the researcher chooses a particular approach. Before moving onto the perspectives of research philosophy, let’s define the term research philosophy. It deals with the source, nature and development of data. In simple words, it is a belief about the ways that we can use to collect and analyse data on a phenomenon . To complete your thesis, you should engage with data collection. You will collect secondary and primary data. You will analyse that data to answer the questions of the research. The answers which you will give create new data for others. The practical implications of your research influence the choice of specific research philosophy. Research philosophy consists of four main types of researches