Values and Objectivity in Sociology 0.0 / 5 ? SociologySociological theoryA2/A-levelAQA Created by: Abbie BroadbentCreated on: 09-04-15 11:27 5362174 Across 1. Sharp distinction between value judgements and facts, we can't derive one from the other. Values have essential role in sociological research. Values are relevant to choice of research, interpreting data and deciding the use of the findings. (5) 4. Sociology is the queen of science and sociologists are latter-day priests of a new scientific religion of truth. (5) 5. It is neither possible nor desirable to keep values out of research (6, 3, 8) 6. Sociologist should openly take sides - espousing the values and interests of particular individuals or groups (6) Down 2. Values are always present in sociology. Sociologist should adopt compassionate stance and take side of underdogs as less is known about them and their story should be told to redress the balance. (6) 3. Sociologists are now 'problem takers' who hire themselves out. Value free sociology is impossible because sociologist values or those of paymasters are bound to be reflected in work.Sociologist should take side of those who are fighting back- underdo (8) 5. Saw himself as a scientist and believed his method of historical analysis, historical materialism, could reveal the line of development of human society. Role was to reveal truth of this development. (4) 7. To describe the situation of a mental patient faithfully, we have to take their side. We have to be biased in favour of the patient (7)
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