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Kuhn'S Philosophy Of Science And Educational Research: Paradigms, Shifts, Methodological Challenges, And Future Directions

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  • Victor Justice PITSOE

    (Department of Leadership and Management College of Education, University of South Africa, South Africa)

  • Stefan VLADUTESCU

    (University of Craiova, Romania)

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This article investigates research paradigms in education from the perspective of Thomas Kuhn's philosophy of science. It explores the application of Kuhn's concepts of paradigms, normal science, and scientific revolutions to the field of education research. The analysis is divided into four primary themes: the nature of paradigms in education research, the process of paradigm shifts, the implications for methodology and practice, and critiques of Kuhn's model in the educational context. The article attempts to offer a critical analysis of these themes in order to offer a better understanding of the changing landscape of education research paradigms and their influence on the production of knowledge in the field. It contends that education research necessitates a more sophisticated comprehension of paradigmatic pluralism and integration in order to address its intricate, multifaceted nature, despite the fact that Kuhn's model provides valuable perspectives.

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  • Victor Justice PITSOE & Stefan VLADUTESCU, 2025. "Kuhn'S Philosophy Of Science And Educational Research: Paradigms, Shifts, Methodological Challenges, And Future Directions," Social Sciences and Education Research Review, Department of Communication, Journalism and Education Sciences, University of Craiova, vol. 12(2), pages 46-53, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:edt:jsserr:v:12:y:2025:i:2:p:46-53
    DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17870651
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