Between social science and social technology: toward a philosophical foundation for post-communist transformation studies

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The relationship between social science and social technology is discussed from a philosophical perspective, with a focus on post-communist transformation studies. Topics include the context of post-communist transformation studies, Karl Popper in relation to transformation studies, fundamental problems of post-communist transformation, neoliberalism as social technology, transformation studies in relation to experts and the disciplinary division of labor, a social philosophy for a unified social science, and a cross-disciplinary approach to post-communist transformation.

Eastern Europe, Russia, Research, Social science research, Post-communism, Social engineering, Popper, Karl

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Philosophical geographies: navigating philosophy in social science

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Author Mario Bunge, in his book 'Finding Philosophy in Social Science,' attempts to refine the known elements of philosophy as one branch of social science. On the other hand, Fay Brian's book 'Contemporary Philosophy of Social Science,' forges an uncharted and holistic view of the multiple subjects classified under social science. These two books highlight realist and antirealist perspectives.

Philosophy, Social sciences, Bibliography, Realism, Realism (Cultural movement), Fay, Brian

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Rethinking systems theory: a programmatic introduction

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The article demonstrates the new and original work contributes to a rethinking of systems theory by taking the conception of systems seriously. A brief outline and examples of systems-based approach in social sciences and programmatic statement of a systemic ontology and methodology is presented.

Analysis, Paradigms (Social sciences), Chaos theory, Systems theory

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