ABSTRACT
All researches are built on certain underlying philosophical assumptions about what constitutes valid research and which research method is appropriate for the development of knowledge in a given study. The use of research paradigm and theory provide specific direction for procedures in research design. This paper discussed the importance of understanding the use of research paradigm and theory in relation to the concepts of ontology, epistemology and methodology in both quantitative and qualitative approaches. The paper further discussed the connection of research paradigm and theory in library and information science (LIS) research, in both quantitative and qualitative researches. The author presents steps using deductive and inductive approaches and provides a guide in which LIS researchers need to consider before designing a research proposal.
Ismaila, A & Jumare, M (2023). Understanding The Use Of Research Paradigm and Theory InThe Discipline Of Library and Information Science Research: Reflection On Qualitative And Quantitative Approach. Afribary. Retrieved from https://tracking.afribary.com/works/understanding-the-use-of-theory-and-paradigm-in-lis
Ismaila, Adamu and Mustapha Jumare "Understanding The Use Of Research Paradigm and Theory InThe Discipline Of Library and Information Science Research: Reflection On Qualitative And Quantitative Approach" Afribary. Afribary, 24 Aug. 2023, https://tracking.afribary.com/works/understanding-the-use-of-theory-and-paradigm-in-lis. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
Ismaila, Adamu, Mustapha Jumare . "Understanding The Use Of Research Paradigm and Theory InThe Discipline Of Library and Information Science Research: Reflection On Qualitative And Quantitative Approach". Afribary, Afribary, 24 Aug. 2023. Web. 18 Dec. 2024. < https://tracking.afribary.com/works/understanding-the-use-of-theory-and-paradigm-in-lis >.
Ismaila, Adamu and Jumare, Mustapha . "Understanding The Use Of Research Paradigm and Theory InThe Discipline Of Library and Information Science Research: Reflection On Qualitative And Quantitative Approach" Afribary (2023). Accessed December 18, 2024. https://tracking.afribary.com/works/understanding-the-use-of-theory-and-paradigm-in-lis