Knowledge Paradigm

KNOWLEDGE PARADIGM 

Nasywa Khoirunnisa/Mahasiswa PTK UIN Sunan Gunung Djati

Bandung

Foreword

This paper was written to fulfill one of the course assignments with references from CK and module summaries. The author attempts to raise issues that are developing in the world of education, particularly regarding scientific and natural paradigms. Hopefully, this work will be beneficial, both for the author and readers, as additional insight and reference to support academic development and science.

First: The scientific paradigm emphasizes the search for knowledge through systematic, objective, and measurable procedures. Its main characteristics include the use of empirical data, the application of the principle of objectivity, the application of deductive and inductive logic, verifiable results, and findings that can be generalized. In the context of educational management, this paradigm is widely used for student satisfaction surveys, teacher performance assessments, and policy evaluations.

Second: The natural paradigm is based on the belief that reality is pluralistic, dynamic, and meaningful. Research conducted emphasizes a qualitative approach. Commonly used data collection techniques include observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies.

Third: The fundamental difference between the scientific and naturalistic paradigms can be seen from an epistemological perspective. The scientific paradigm requires researchers to maintain distance in order to remain neutral, while the naturalistic paradigm emphasizes the direct involvement of researchers in the research process.

Fourth: The chosen paradigm will influence the research design, from problem identification and method selection to data analysis. The scientific paradigm is more appropriate for testing hypotheses and quantitative relationships between variables. Conversely, the naturalistic paradigm is suitable for exploring meaning, experience, and social context through a qualitative approach. The two are not necessarily contradictory because they are actually.