Max’s problem of practice focuses on the differences in student learning in urban, rural, and suburban schools. He considers himself a positivist. Explain Max’s ontology and epistemology. Describe possible methodologies Max would consider using, and present some possible methods Max can use for his problem of practice.
What will be an ideal response?
A good answer should cover:
• Ontology: Reality is out there to be captured
• Epistemology: How the world is really ordered can be known
• Methodologies: Any quantitative methodologies: correlational studies, surveys, experimental research
• Methods: Statistical tests, instrument development
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