In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Types of Hypotheses 2. Levels of Hypothesis 3. Functions 4. Testing. Types of Hypotheses: There are several different kinds of hypotheses used in social and/or geographical analysis, studies and research. However, the primary types of hypotheses are: (1) Research Hypotheses, (2) Null Hypotheses, (3) Scientific Hypotheses, and (4) Statistical Hypotheses. 1. Research [...]
The following points highlight the five main roles of theory in geography. The roles are: 1. Theory as Orientation 2. Theory as Conceptualisation and Classification 3. Another Task of Theory – Summarising 4. Theory Predicts Facts 5. Theory Points to Gaps in our Knowledge. Role # 1. Theory as Orientation: A major function of a theoretical system is that it [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Scientific Method 2. Key Elements of Scientific Method 3. Routes to Explanation 4. Elements 5. Geographical Application. Meaning of Scientific Method: The term 'scientific method' denotes the logical structure of the process by which the search for trustworthy knowledge advances. The primary task of scientific method is to explain empirical [...]