Post-Positivism and the Pragmatics of Leisure Research
Leisure SciencesPublished 29 June 2011
Karla A. Henderson
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Abstract
The two primary paradigms traditionally discussed in leisure research are interpretivism and positivism. This essay argues for a further discussion and acknowledgement of post-positivism as it can be applied in leisure studies. A description of post-positivism is offered along with a rationale for its use in past as well as future studies. Examples are offered regarding how a post-positivist paradigm can be pragmatic in further examining the complex meanings of leisure.
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