Discussion:
Complete some brief Internet research on post positivism, constructivism, advocacy/participatory and pragmatic worldviews. These are sometimes referred to as philosophical lenses. Which viewpoint do you most closely align with? Keep in mind while some folks believe these labels are absolute, there is evidence that we adopt circumstantial worldviews when a subject is sensitive (e.g., involves race, children, etc.).
Answer the following questions using one paragraph per question:
1. Which worldview do you most closely align with and why?
2. How do you think your personal worldview affects your approach to research and problem solving?
3. Since you are now aware of your worldview, what research methodologies and methods do you think would fit your worldview best? Why?