Klasické přístupy k problému objektivity v sociologii

Abstract

On the basis of Popper’s strong scientific version of objectivity, the aim of this study has been to explicate and evaluate the chosen ways of ensuring objectivity in sociology. Popper’s method of critical testing of hypotheses and theories is a contrast-referential model enabling more precise identification of the importance of objectivity in sociology. Besides the introduction and conclusions, the study consists of three main parts. The first part deals with concise delimitation of Popper’s method of deductive testing of scientifi c statements, theories, and hypotheses. In the second part, the strong version of objectivity is compared with the weak version of objectivity in sociological knowledge. The third part is devoted to critical interpretation of various concepts of positivist and interpretative approaches to objectivity in sociology.