Methodologie Quiz

Frédéric Le Play verwendete in seinen Monographien eine methodische Herangehensweise, bei der er Haushaltsbudgets berechnete und Haushaltsinventare erstellte. Durch die Berechnung der Haushaltsbudgets konnte er Einblicke in die finanzielle Situation der Familien im 19. Jahrhundert gewinnen. Das Erstellen von Haushaltsinventaren half ihm dabei, die materiellen Ressourcen und den Lebensstandard der Familien zu erfassen. Durch diese Methoden konnte Le Play ein anschauliches Bild der Lebensumstände und familiären Beziehungen dieser Zeit zeichnen.

According to Thomas Kuhn, the history of sciences is seen as a succession of phases. He refers to this phenomenon as a "Paradigmenwechsel" or a paradigm shift. This term describes a fundamental change in the way scientific theories, methods, and assumptions are understood and applied within a particular field of study. It represents a shift in the dominant framework or worldview within which scientific research and inquiry take place.

The correct answer is "Erfahrungsgeleitetheit" because "Empirie" refers to the concept of basing knowledge and understanding on empirical evidence and experience. It emphasizes the importance of observation, experimentation, and practical experience in gaining knowledge and forming theories. The other options, "analytische Sprachspiele," "mathematische Ableitung," and "teleologische Spekulation," do not accurately represent the concept of Empirie.

Emile Durkheim gelangt in seiner Studie "Der Selbstmord" zu seinen Befunden durch die Analyse amtlicher Statistiken. Durkheim untersuchte und analysierte offizielle Daten und Statistiken zu Selbstmorden, um Muster und Zusammenhänge zu identifizieren. Durch diese quantitative Forschungsmethode konnte Durkheim objektive und vergleichbare Informationen gewinnen, um seine Schlussfolgerungen zu ziehen. Durkheim argumentierte, dass soziale Faktoren wie soziale Bindungen und Integration eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Erklärung von Selbstmordraten spielen. Indem er amtliche Statistiken analysierte, konnte Durkheim diese sozialen Faktoren untersuchen und seine Befunde ableiten.

A Panelstudie is a research design in which the same group of individuals is repeatedly surveyed over a specific period of time. This allows researchers to track changes and trends within the group over time, providing valuable insights into the development and dynamics of the population being studied. This design is particularly useful for studying longitudinal effects and making causal inferences about the relationship between variables.

The correct answer is that the social sciences have developed different research focuses and methods over time. This suggests that the field has evolved and diversified, with different branches of social science focusing on different areas of study and employing various research approaches. It implies that the social sciences are not limited to a single set of methods or theoretical frameworks, but rather have adapted and developed over time to meet the needs and challenges of studying human society.

Schlüsselpersonen spielen in William F. Whytes Studie "Street Corner Society" die Rolle, den Zugang zum Feld zu verschaffen. Dies bedeutet, dass sie den Forschenden ermöglichen, in die Gemeinschaft einzutauchen und Informationen aus erster Hand zu sammeln. Diese Schlüsselpersonen können Insider sein, die bereits Teil der Gemeinschaft sind und den Forschenden helfen, Beziehungen aufzubauen und Vertrauen zu gewinnen. Durch den Zugang zum Feld können die Forschenden ein umfassenderes Verständnis der sozialen Dynamik und der Kultur der Gemeinschaft gewinnen, was für die Studie von entscheidender Bedeutung ist.

According to Popper, theories and hypotheses that have not been falsified are considered "bewährt" or proven. This means that they have withstood attempts to disprove them and have been supported by evidence or experimentation.

The technique of lost letters is characterized by using everyday situations as the basis for measurement and by the subjects being unaware that they are part of an experiment. This allows for a high degree of accuracy and verifiability in the results.

In den Sozialwissenschaften spricht man von einem synchronen Vergleich, wenn Phänomene, die zur gleichen Zeit stattfinden, miteinander verglichen werden.

The correct answer is "Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnungen einzusetzen" and "repräsentative Stichproben zu ziehen." This suggests that Gallup's revolutionary developments in opinion research involved using probability calculations and drawing representative samples. These techniques would enhance the accuracy and reliability of their research findings.

Sozialreportagen sind gekennzeichnet durch die Beschreibung gesellschaftlicher Missstände. Dies bedeutet, dass sie sich darauf konzentrieren, Probleme und Ungerechtigkeiten in der Gesellschaft aufzuzeigen und zu beschreiben. Sie dienen dazu, das Bewusstsein für soziale Probleme zu schärfen und mögliche Lösungen zu finden. Im Gegensatz zu einem systematischen Vergleich von Bevölkerungsgruppen, dem Ziehen deduktiver Schlüsse oder der Einführung moralstatistischer Erhebungen, liegt der Schwerpunkt bei Sozialreportagen auf der Darstellung von Missständen in der Gesellschaft.

The correct answer states that inductive reasoning involves drawing general conclusions from specific observations or examples. This means that when using inductive reasoning, one starts with specific instances or examples and then makes a generalization or inference based on those specific observations. This process is often used in scientific research, where specific data is collected and analyzed to make broader conclusions or theories.

The given example presents a deductive reasoning process. Deduction involves drawing specific conclusions from general principles or premises. In this case, the general principle is that people who watch horror movies are particularly fearful. The premise is that Person A frequently watches horror movies. Therefore, the deductive conclusion is that Person A is particularly fearful. Deduction moves from general to specific, making it the correct answer in this scenario.

George Gallups revolutionäre Entwicklung in der Meinungsforschung bestand darin, eine Stichprobe zu bilden, die den Merkmalen der Grundgesamtheit entspricht. Dies bedeutet, dass er eine repräsentative Auswahl von Personen aus der Gesamtbevölkerung traf, um genaue und aussagekräftige Ergebnisse zu erhalten. Durch die Bildung einer solchen Stichprobe konnte Gallup sicherstellen, dass seine Umfrageergebnisse repräsentativ für die gesamte Bevölkerung waren und somit eine genaue Darstellung der öffentlichen Meinung ermöglichten.

The correct answer is that the first statement is correct, the second statement is correct, and the "weil" connection is justified. This means that both statements are true and the "weil" connection is valid. The first statement states that a laboratory experiment is a setup where cause-effect relationships are tested. The second statement explains that the laboratory situation provides a high level of control over the social situation and the factors acting within it. The "weil" connection is justified because the second statement provides a reason or explanation for the first statement.

The correct answer is the choice of meaningful objects and the determination of the function and age of objects. These are methodological problems in collecting because selecting objects that are relevant and representative can be challenging, and determining the purpose and age of objects requires careful research and analysis.

According to Durkheim, "praenotiones" or preconceived ideas of everyday life should be systematically questioned and eliminated in the research process because they can deceive and obscure the true nature of things.

The project "Camelot" highlights the issue of not questioning the intentions of the clients. This means that the project team did not thoroughly investigate or analyze the motives and objectives of the clients who commissioned the project. This lack of inquiry can lead to potential problems and misunderstandings throughout the project's execution.

In "Street Corner Society," Whyte emphasizes the importance of properly handling collected material. He suggests organizing the notes according to the social groups being studied.

The authors of the study "Die Arbeitslosen von Marienthal" have identified two types of attitudes: "die Ungebrochenen" (the unbroken) and "die Resignierten" (the resigned). These two groups represent different perspectives and responses to unemployment. The unbroken individuals maintain a positive outlook and resilience despite their unemployment, while the resigned individuals have given up hope and feel powerless in their situation.

The given quote states that instead of studying the realities, we should only conduct ideological analysis. This criticism of human thinking is associated with the instruction to consider sociological facts as things. Émile Durkheim was a prominent sociologist who focused on the study of social facts and emphasized the importance of studying social phenomena as objective realities. Therefore, it can be inferred that the quote and the instruction align with Durkheim's perspective and ideas.

William F. Whytes größte Probleme im Feld waren, dass es schwierig war, Zugang zu den Personen zu finden, ohne Docs Hilfe. Zudem war es von Harvard aus nicht möglich, integrierte Feldarbeit zu leisten.

The first choice, "mangelnde Stichprobentheorie" (lack of sampling theory), is the correct answer. This suggests that the initial election polls were inaccurate due to a flawed or inadequate sampling method. This means that the sample of voters chosen for the polls did not accurately represent the overall population, leading to incorrect predictions.

According to Kromrey, the two erkenntnistheoretischen Positionen that exist are Erkenntnistheoretischer Realismus and Erkenntnistheoretischer Konstruktivismus.

In the social sciences, when phenomena that occur at different times are compared, it is referred to as "diachronic comparison." This type of comparison focuses on analyzing and understanding changes and developments over time. It allows researchers to study how social phenomena evolve and transform, providing insights into historical processes and societal dynamics. This approach contrasts with synchronic comparison, which examines phenomena that exist simultaneously, and achronic and parachronic comparisons, which are not commonly used terms in the social sciences.

The correct answer suggests that causality refers to a relationship where it is known which variable is the cause and which variable is the effect. In other words, it implies a clear understanding of the cause and effect relationship between two variables.

The correct answer is that the first statement is correct, the second statement is false, and the "because" connection is false. This means that Émile Durkheim's study "Der Selbstmord" is based on an analysis of aggregate data from individual regions, not on individual interviews about psychological states and tendencies towards suicide.

Soziogenese bezeichnet die Transformation oder Entwicklung der Gesellschaftsstrukturen. Es geht darum, wie sich die sozialen, politischen und wirtschaftlichen Strukturen einer Gesellschaft im Laufe der Zeit verändern und weiterentwickeln. Es beinhaltet die Untersuchung von sozialen Prozessen, die zu Veränderungen in der Gesellschaft führen, wie zum Beispiel soziale Bewegungen, politische Umbrüche oder wirtschaftliche Veränderungen. Die Soziogenese betrachtet also den Wandel und die Entstehung von gesellschaftlichen Strukturen und versucht zu erklären, wie diese Veränderungen zustande kommen.

Malinowski arbeitet nach drei methodischen Prinzipien. Erstens, man muss sich ein möglichst umfassendes Bild der sozialen und kulturellen Wirklichkeit machen. Zweitens, man sollte für längere Zeit unter den Ortsansässigen leben. Dies ermöglicht eine tiefere Einsicht in ihre Lebensweise und Kultur. Die Aussage, dass der/die ForscherIn durch einfache Deduktion Schlussfolgerungen ziehen soll, stimmt nicht mit Malinowskis Prinzipien überein. Stattdessen betonte er die Bedeutung der Feldforschung und des direkten Engagements mit den Menschen vor Ort. Die Aussage, dass Daten selektiv anhand vorab definierter Hypothesen erhoben werden sollten, wird nicht erwähnt und ist daher nicht Teil von Malinowskis Prinzipien.

Rüdiger Dammann in seiner Schilderung der "Geschichte des ethnographischen Blicks" macht auf das Verhältnis von Nähe und Distanz und darauf aufmerksam, dass menschliche Wahrnehmung durch Erwartungen vorstrukturiert ist.

Marienthal is a sociographic study on unemployment.

According to Emile Durkheim, the belief in a society losing significance can be seen through the higher value placed on education and the increased frequency of suicides. This suggests that as the importance of traditional religious beliefs decreases, individuals turn towards education as a new source of meaning and purpose. Additionally, the higher occurrence of suicides indicates a lack of social integration and moral regulation, further highlighting the diminishing role of religious beliefs in society.

Hermeneutik ist die Kunst des Interpretierens und der Textauslegung. Diese Disziplin befasst sich damit, den Sinn und die Bedeutung von Texten zu erfassen und zu erklären. Durch die Interpretation und Auslegung von Texten können verschiedene Perspektiven und Zusammenhänge aufgedeckt werden, um ein besseres Verständnis zu erlangen. Die Hermeneutik ermöglicht es, die Absichten und Botschaften eines Textes zu entschlüsseln und somit eine tiefere Ebene des Verständnisses zu erreichen.

The correct answer is "gesellschaftlichem Aufbau" (social structure). The study "Der Prozess der Zivilisation" examines the historical relationship between behavioral standards and social structure. It explores how societal norms and values shape individual behavior and contribute to the overall development of a society. By studying the social structure, the study aims to understand how it influences and is influenced by behavioral standards.

The first statement is correct because Sir Karl Popper did indeed believe that the goal of science is to falsify theories. However, the second statement is false because Popper's approach of paradigm shifts does not necessarily mean that old theories are always wrong. Additionally, the "because" statement is also false because there is no evidence or explanation provided to support the claim that old theories are always false.

According to Max Weber's "Wissenschaft als Beruf", a student must have a passion for a subject, as well as methodological and conceptual competencies, patience, and perseverance in order to have a successful career as a scientist.

Methodologie is the study of the implementation of scientific theories and methods in concrete research practices. It focuses on the theoretical positions and perspectives that guide research activities. This involves understanding and applying different scientific approaches, paradigms, and methodologies to conduct research effectively. The answer choice "wissenschaftstheoretischer Positionen in konkretes Forschungshandeln" accurately describes the role of Methodologie in relating theoretical positions to concrete research actions.

Soziographie bezieht sich auf eine empirische Erhebung zur Beschreibung gesellschaftlicher Komplexität. Es handelt sich um eine Methode, bei der Daten über soziale Zusammenhänge und Strukturen gesammelt und analysiert werden, um ein umfassendes Bild der Gesellschaft zu erstellen. Durch die Verwendung von statistischen Techniken und sozialwissenschaftlichen Methoden können Soziographen Informationen über soziale Gruppen, soziale Beziehungen und soziale Phänomene sammeln und interpretieren. Dies ermöglicht es, Muster und Trends in der Gesellschaft zu identifizieren und zu erklären.

According to Auguste Comte, all decisions should be based on scientific knowledge because scientific knowledge explains nature by uncovering regular relationships. Therefore, the first statement is correct. Additionally, the second statement is also correct because it explains the concept of scientific knowledge according to Comte. The conjunction "weil" (because) is justified in this context as it provides a logical connection between the two statements.

The authors of the study "Die Arbeitslosen von Marienthal" applied the methods of Zeitverwendungsbögen (time use diaries) and Auswertung von Schulaufsätzen (analysis of school essays) to collect and analyze data. Zeitverwendungsbögen allow researchers to gather information about how individuals spend their time, providing insights into their daily activities and routines. Analyzing school essays can provide valuable information about the thoughts, experiences, and perspectives of the participants, offering a deeper understanding of their situation. These methods were likely chosen to gather comprehensive and qualitative data for the study.

The correct answer for this question is "Verhaltensstandard" and "Soziographie". In Elias' study on the process of civilization, he examines the concept of "Verhaltensstandard" or behavioral standards, which refers to the social norms and expectations that guide individuals' behavior in a civilized society. Additionally, Elias also employs "Soziographie" or sociography, which is a method of studying society by analyzing the interdependencies and dynamics of social groups and their behavior. These terms are relevant to Elias' study and are characteristic of his research on the process of civilization.

Eine erklärende Vorgehensweise in den Sozialwissenschaften beinhaltet die Verwendung quantitativer Methoden, um Daten zu sammeln und zu analysieren. Dies ermöglicht es, statistische Zusammenhänge und Muster zu identifizieren. Zudem beinhaltet eine erklärungsorientierte Vorgehensweise das Testen von Hypothesen, um Ursache-Wirkungs-Beziehungen zu untersuchen und zu erklären. Daher sind die Merkmale "quantitativ" und "hypothesentestend" passend für eine erklärungsorientierte Vorgehensweise in den Sozialwissenschaften.

According to Émile Durkheim, the different suicide rates among Catholics and Protestants are due to the degree of integration within their respective religious communities and the individual freedom to think and question dogmas. Durkheim argued that higher levels of social integration and stronger communal bonds within religious groups can act as protective factors against suicide. Additionally, the freedom to critically examine and challenge religious doctrines may contribute to lower suicide rates by allowing individuals to find alternative coping mechanisms and sources of support.

According to Thomas Kuhn, a paradigm is not a particular type of experiment, an anomaly in research design, or an interdisciplinary method. Instead, a paradigm refers to a typical phase in the development of sciences and a theoretical framework that guides scientific thinking.

The correct answer is "auf der Analyse des Meinungsbildungsprozesses" and "auf der Erforschung der Arten des Meinungswechsels". This suggests that the focus of the study "People's Choice" by Lazarsfeld/Berelson/Gaudet was on analyzing the process of opinion formation and researching the different types of opinion change.

The correct answer includes three aspects that make it difficult for social scientists to achieve objectivity and value neutrality. According to Durkheim, the existence of preconceptions can bias the researcher's perspective. Weber argues that the construction of ideal types can also introduce subjectivity into the analysis. Additionally, Cicourel suggests that the researcher's involvement in the field being studied can influence their objectivity. These factors highlight the challenges social scientists face in maintaining objectivity and value neutrality in their research.

The scientist in this case uses qualitative interviews and participant observation as methods to study the significance of being a football fan. By conducting qualitative interviews, the scientist can gather in-depth information and personal experiences from the fans. Additionally, by participating in the fan club activities and observing the fans over a longer period, the scientist can gain a deeper understanding of their behaviors, attitudes, and interactions, which is known as participant observation. These methods allow the scientist to gather rich and detailed data to describe the unique aspects of being a fan.

Early forms of statistics have been conducted since ancient civilizations, indicating that the use of statistical methods predates modern empirical social research. Additionally, Sir William Petty is recognized as the first person to express sociological observations in the form of mathematical data, suggesting his pioneering contribution to the field.

The ethnographic perspective, according to Rüdiger Dammann, is characterized by considering the relationship between proximity and distance in the analysis and reflecting on one's own observer perspective. This means that the ethnographer takes into account how close or distant they are to the subject of study, and how this affects their understanding and interpretation of the data. Additionally, they engage in self-reflection to recognize and acknowledge their own biases and perspectives that may influence their observations and analysis.