how to answer

• theoretical paragraph

  • positivist or interpretivists approach
  • validity; does it give an in-depth understanding? truthful?
  • subjective/objective; is it value-free/laden, is there a risk of going native?
• 20 marker

  • basic intro; explain the method, is it qual/quant? secondary/primary data?
  • x3 paragraphs on primary, ethical and theoretical issues
  • include sociologist names & background knowledge on the issue
  • evaluate the + and -, make a mini conclusion at the end of each paragraph
  • BE SPECIFIC ON THE ISSUE
  • conclusion; state why the type of research (qual/quant) is effective, mention that the use of methodological pluralism may need to be implemented
• Conclusion;

  Although this method has its strengths and limitations, to improve validity and reliability when investigating *ISSUE*, it would be wise to implement methodological pluralism in order to foster a holistic understanding of *ISSUE*