The Structure of the Mind: Id, Ego, and Superego
Freud’s Concept of the Mind
While Freud didn’t invent the conscious vs. unconscious mind concept, he popularized it. The conscious mind encompasses our current awareness: perceptions, memories, thoughts, fantasies, and feelings.
The Preconscious and Available Memory
Closely related is the preconscious, or “available memory.” It contains memories not currently accessible but retrievable.
The Unconscious: Source of Motivations
The largest part is the unconscious, holding inaccessible elements like instincts,
Read MoreClassical Sociological Theory: Marx, Durkheim, and Weber
Karl Marx (1818-1883): Sociologist of Industrialization
Marx’s focus was not on the market, but on the factory. Observing the industrial world, he saw men reduced to commodities, wages falling, and human generosity eroded by the dominance of money. His materialist conception of history posits that social change is driven not by ideas or values, but by material conditions. Class conflict fuels historical development, and social relations are determined by the relations and mode of production. In the
Read MoreResearch Resources and Timeline Management
Resources
This section details the necessary resources for the research project, including temporary and financial resources. Each resource type may have varying availability and may require justification for its necessity.
Research Timeline
Achieving research goals requires considering three direct cost implications related to time:
- Economic: Longer research duration increases costs.
- Tactical: Research bodies need results within a reasonable timeframe, often specified in research proposals or public
Research Methodologies: A Quantitative and Qualitative Approach
Methodological Considerations
The skeleton of a research project provides both quantitative and qualitative dimensions. It’s crucial to remember that a joint strategy isn’t inherently superior to other strategies. While it’s a valuable approach, a robust investigation benefits from employing various techniques. The validity of research lies in its methodological flexibility, allowing for an open construction of the research object. This flexibility demands a panoramic understanding of the diverse
Read MoreQualitative Interview Sampling: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction
Selecting participants for qualitative interviews involves careful consideration of sampling methods. Unlike quantitative research, which relies on probability sampling for representativeness, qualitative research aims to gather in-depth insights from specific individuals. Open interviews help achieve this by exploring diverse perspectives and experiences.
Designing the Sample
Researchers begin by developing a theoretical design of the interviewees, aiming to reflect relevant social sectors.
Read MoreIn-depth Interviews: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Analysis
In-depth Interviews
Advantages and Disadvantages
As noted, sample design can change during fieldwork. The analysis of in-depth interviews starts with an initial review. Here’s some general information about the process:
Advantages:
- Immediacy: Applying the questionnaire (45+ minutes) to probability sampling makes it more time-consuming and costly than other methods.
- Access to Information: Compared to systematic observation, in-depth interviews allow access to information not easily accessible without