Inspirational Quote by Mike Patton
“Quantitative methods are no more synonymous with objectivity than qualitative methods are synonymous with subjectivity.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2018 podcast with Mike Patton
Quantitative and qualitative methods each have limits; neither guarantees objectivity or subjectivity.
In simple terms: Both methods have biases.
Key Takeaway
Use mixed methods.
Themes
research methodology
bias
objectivity
subjectivity
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic studies
- market research
- policy analysis
Key Concepts
Epistemology
triangulation
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is quantitative better?
- When does qualitative shine?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify methodological debates.
