The Constructivist: Credo

The heart of the Credo consists of (propositional statements) designed to guide researchers in conducting systematic, ethical, and equitable social science inquiry. These are organized into 13 thematic sections, including:

Lincoln and Guba maintain that the constructivist paradigm is fundamentally distinct from quantitative or scientific inquiry, though they acknowledge that mixed methods can add context. Context and Legacy The Constructivist Credo

The work aligns closely with democratic and participatory models of evaluation, focusing on equity and inclusion for those impacted by research findings. The heart of the Credo consists of (propositional

Establishing standards for "trustworthy" research, such as catalytic authenticity —the degree to which the research process fosters social action. Key Philosophies The Constructivist Credo