Understanding and Applying Cultural Lenses to the Interpretation of Data and Discussion of Research Findings / Mutiu Iyanda.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Iyanda, Mutiu, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Culture--Research.

Culture.

Sociology--Research--Methodology.

Sociology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2025.

Summary:

Culture is an integral part of everything people do. It is virtually impossible to separate culture from how people reason about the socioeconomic and political realities around them. Therefore, since scientific endeavors are part of these realities, this guide walks researchers in the social sciences and humanities through the process of incorporating cultural lenses into their writing approaches for data interpretation and discussion of findings that are relatable and actionable not only for academics but also for policymakers and practitioners. The guide emphasizes the importance of recognizing and accounting for the different perspectives and biases that researchers bring to their interpretation of data based on their cultural backgrounds. It covers how to interpret data in a way that is informed by cultural contexts, ensuring that interpretations are neither biased nor one-dimensional, and how to discuss findings in a manner that acknowledges cultural influences and provides a nuanced understanding of the data.

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ISBN:

1-03-622880-0

9781036228804

OCLC:

1523170145