Data Quote by Norwood Russell Hanson
“All data are filtered, observation is necessarily 'theory-laden'.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Structure of Observation, 1958
Observations are shaped by existing theories, making pure objectivity impossible.
In simple terms: Observations are influenced by ideas.
Question your assumptions when observing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research design
- data analysis
- education
- media literacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do theories limit what we see?
- Can we ever be truly objective?
May overlook useful data.