Speech: The Achilles' Heel of Social Science Methodology in Iran: The Illusion of Development Through Biased Statistics
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Ladies and gentlemen, Scientific methodology is the backbone of credible knowledge production in the social sciences. In Iran, however, it remains an Achilles’ heel. Today, I will discuss this critical challenge, focusing on how biased statistics create an illusion of development, and propose solutions to overcome this crisis. ## The Achilles’ Heel of Social Science Methodology in Iran Social sciences in Iran face numerous challenges: overreliance on imported models, insufficient research infrastructure, and a deference-driven culture that stifles critical inquiry. Instead of questioning imported frameworks, we often adopt methodologies that fail to capture the complexities of Iranian society.
Author: Orchid
Institution: European Organization for Nuclear Research
Language: English
Subfield: General Social Sciences
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949566871
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