Method

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Method is a set of criteria for employment in theory assessment. Three different types of criteria have been identified so far: criteria of demarcation, criteria of acceptance, and criteria of compatibility. Methods should not be confused with openly professed methodologies. Methods should also be differentiated from research techniques, which are used in theory construction and data gathering.

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Current View

Method is currently defined as a set of criteria for employment in theory assessment. These criteria can be of three basic types: criteria of demarcation, criteria of acceptance, and criteria of compatibility.

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Criteria of Demarcation

Criteria of Acceptance

Criteria of Compatibility

Method vs. Methodology

Method vs. Research Technique

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