Paradigm and Axioms; The Fudamental Framework in Scientific Research Concepts

Quantitative and qualitative research are two main approaches in social and educational studies. Quantitative research is grounded in the positivist paradigm, which emphasizes objectivity, numerical measurement, and the relationship between variables. In contrast, qualitative research is based on the constructivist paradigm, which focuses on meaning, experience, and social interaction. Although they have fundamental differences in methodology, both approaches complement each other in providing a more comprehensive understanding of phenomena.