Levels of analysis, theoretical orientations and degrees of abstraction

Pat Lauderdale; Steven D. McLaughlin; Annamarie Oliverio

doi:10.1007/BF02691779

Levels of analysis, theoretical orientations and degrees of abstraction

Pat Lauderdale, Steven D. McLaughlin, Annamarie Oliverio

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This article suggests that what often appear to be fundamental conflicts of opinion among sociologists regarding appropriate levels of analysis and theoretical orientations are much less problematic when considered in terms of differences in degrees of abstraction. The critical factor in the compatibility of various levels of analysis and theoretical orientation is the use of degrees of abstraction by the researcher. The impact of this issue on sociological knowledge and some of its applications are examined.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	29-40
Number of pages	12
Journal	The American Sociologist
Volume	21
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02691779
State	Published - Mar 1 1990
Externally published	Yes

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