Nursing science contributes to the unique body of knowledge for the nursing profession. Each profession defines what is meant by science that guides the development of knowledge.

Is your worldview closer to the positivist or the constructivist paradigm?
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.
Nursing science contributes to the unique body of knowledge for the nursing profession. Each profession defines what is meant by science that guides the development of knowledge. Though different words are used, there are basically two scientific paradigms: empirical/positivist and constructivist/naturalism. The paradigms align with either quantitative or qualitative research. You have expressed an interest in joining an evidence-based practice (EBP) team at your workplace. It will be important for you to understand your dominant worldview as a team member.
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
Is your worldview closer to the positivist or the constructivist paradigm?
Explain why and how each paradigm is aligned with either quantitative or qualitative research.
Cite references for all sources.
Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional.Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.
Nursing science contributes to the unique body of knowledge for the nursing profession. Each profession defines what is meant by science that guides the development of knowledge. Though different words are used, there are basically two scientific paradigms: empirical/positivist and constructivist/naturalism. The paradigms align with either quantitative or qualitative research. You have expressed an interest in joining an evidence-based practice (EBP) team at your workplace. It will be important for you to understand your dominant worldview as a team member.
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
Is your worldview closer to the positivist or the constructivist paradigm?
Explain why and how each paradigm is aligned with either quantitative or qualitative research.
Cite references for all sources.
Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional