Investigative contexture: scientific research in the human-social field

Authors

  • Latif Antônia Cassab FECEA - Apucarana - PR

Abstract

This article analyzes the significance of comprehensive research for the human-social sciences. It specifically emphasizes the procedures needed for the development of scientific research, considering certain factors and consequences as important requisites for success in the production of knowledge. It briefly addresses the use of qualitative and quantitative sources in capturing data and establishing philosophic support. The possession of knowledge about research processes, in addition to being a primary and essential condition for the development of scientific research activities, is necessary for planning, preparing and undertaking research, which is constituted in the production of a certain knowledge considered valid by the scientific community and society. Knowledge about research allows the researcher to unveil the social practices that construct and interact with her professional activity, which is rooted to citizenship, and which contemplates democracy, rights and the construction of peace.

Author Biography

Latif Antônia Cassab, FECEA - Apucarana - PR

Possui graduação em Serviço Social pela Faculdade Paulista de Serviço Social de São Caetano do Sul (1992), mestrado em Serviço Social pela Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho (1997) e doutorado em Serviço Social pela Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (2003). Atualmente é avaliadora do inep/sinaes do Ministério da Educação e professora titular da Faculdade Estadual de Ciências Econômicas de Apucarana. Tem experiência na área de Serviço Social, com ênfase em Serviço Social, atuando principalmente nos seguintes temas: serviço social, pesquisa qualitativa, história oral, procedimentos metodológicos.

Mais informações: Currículo Lattes - CNPq.

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Published

2007-05-05

Issue

Vol. 10 (2007): Número Especial - Pesquisa em Serviço Social

Section

Essay

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