Self-Imposed Blindness: The Scientific Method in Education.
Overview & Synopsis
The article examines the philosophical bases of scientific quantitative research methods as applied to special education research and concludes that such methods may have distorted rather than aided understanding. Establishment of a body of knowledge derived from qualitative research is recommended. (Author/(DB)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Self-Imposed Blindness: The Scientific Method in Education. |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Poplin, Mary Simpson |
| Subject & Discipline | Disabilities, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1987 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-250818 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |