Enhancing validity when researching the 'Other' : insights from Pierre Bourdieu's Theory of Social Science Research Practice

This article explores aspects of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of social science research practice and discusses their relevance for enhancing validity when researching the 'other'. Aspects such as: a relational way of thinking about concepts, epistemology and methodology; the rigorous con...

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Published inPerspectives in education Vol. 32; no. 4; pp. 106 - 120
Main Author Naidoo, Devika
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Bloemfontein University of the Free State 01.12.2014
Perspectives in Education
University of the Free State, Faculty of Education
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Epistemology
Methodology
Methods Courses
Other
Reflexivity
Relational epistemology
Research Methodology
Research Problems
Researchers
Resource Materials
Social Distance
Social research
Social Science Research
Social science research practice
Social sciences
Teaching Methods
Theories
Theory
Validity
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Summary:This article explores aspects of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of social science research practice and discusses their relevance for enhancing validity when researching the 'other'. Aspects such as: a relational way of thinking about concepts, epistemology and methodology; the rigorous construction of the object of research; and epistemic reflexivity are analysed and illustrated by drawing on Bourdieu's own research practice and reflections.The paper draws on Bourdieu's original works as well as secondary publications on Bourdieu's work. It argues that Bourdieu's theory of research practice provides invaluable insights and guidance for enhancing validity when researching the 'other'.
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