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The Dual Traditions in Social Sciences: Positivism and Interpretivism
In the social sciences, there is an ongoing debate about the most effective way to study and understand human behavior. Traditionally, many researchers have attempted to emulate the…
Bacharach: Understanding Classical Theory in Social Sciences: Constructs, Concepts, Propositions, and Hypotheses
In your notes from the information systems class, you’ve touched upon fundamental aspects of theory in social sciences. This elaboration aims to clarify these concepts and help you…
Comps: Practice Questions in Information Systems
As per Bacharach, theories can be evaluated based on their falsifiability and their utility. Explanation: According to Samuel B. Bacharach’s framework on organizational theories, a theory’s value lies…
Cognitive Style in IS: Early Research and the Shift to Flexible System Design
In the earlier days of computing, when personal computers (PCs) became common, individual managers started using them to help make decisions. A lot of focus was placed on…
Demystifying Statistical Variables for Everyone
Today marked the beginning of my PhD journey with the first class of PSYC 51303 – Inferential Statistics (1249-THEUA-PSYC-51303-SEC001-1889). I’m thrilled to have Bill Levine as our lecturer.…
The Evolution of IS Research Since 1980: From Frameworks to Impact:
Peter G.W. Keen, a prominent figure in Information Systems (IS) research, delivered a pivotal keynote speech at the inaugural International Conference on Information Systems in 1980. His address…
Navigating Your First Year as a PhD Student: Essential Digital Platforms and Tools for Academic Success
Finally, I survived my first week as a PhD student. It’s been a super busy week with tons of tasks to complete. From getting through my immigration basics,…