Philosophical Bases of Research Methods: An Integrative Narrative Review Part 1

Authors

  • Brian A. Vasquez University of the Visayas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32871/rmrj1301.02.23

Keywords:

quantitative-qualitative divide, philosophical stances, ontology, epistemology

Abstract

This narrative review examined the philosophical bases of research methods in
terms of: (1) ontology; and (2) epistemology. Three search strategies were observed including: (1) data search for published research; (2) public engine and manual search; and (3) stakeholders input. Subthemes under ontologic assumptions are: (1) singular vs plural reality; (2) empirical vs subjective reality; (3) scientific vs sensuous reality; (4) when the singularity and plurality of reality converge; (5) definitive vs subjective truth; (6) continuum vs polarity; (7) what really is real; (8) truth, reality and knowledge; and (9) seeing the truth and reality of an objective/subjective from different perspective. The focus of the lens is guided by philosophical stances. Each paradigm seeks truth, reality and knowledge. Though quantitative claimed objectivity and qualitative claim subjectivity, both unconsciously observe the same processes. The division is a continuum that delights its deficiencies. This is when divergence converges.

Author Biography

Brian A. Vasquez, University of the Visayas

earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of San Carlos in 2002 and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of the Visayas in 2005. He received his Master of Arts in Nursing, Major in Medical Surgical Nursing in 2009 from the University of the Visayas where he also obtained additional masteral units in Guidance and Counseling, and Nursing Management. He graduated with the Best Thesis Award and received commendation from the Philippine Association for Graduate Education – Region VII. He finished his academic requirements for Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Major in Research and Evaluation, and is currently finishing his dissertation paper. He is currently the newly installed Director of the Center for Research Planning and Development of the University of the Visayas. He has presented several qualitative research papers at international conferences.

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Vasquez, B. A. (2013). Philosophical Bases of Research Methods: An Integrative Narrative Review Part 1. Recoletos Multidisciplinary Research Journal, 1(2). https://doi.org/10.32871/rmrj1301.02.23

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