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Citation reference: Harvey, L., 2012-24, Social Research Glossary, Quality Research International, http://www.qualityresearchinternational.com/socialresearch/

This is a dynamic glossary and the author would welcome any e-mail suggestions for additions or amendments. Page updated 8 January, 2024 , © Lee Harvey 2012–2024.

 

 
   

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Evidence


core definition

Evidence is data or statements that are used to evaluate a hypothesis, conjecture or theory.


explanatory context

 


analytical review

Psychology Glossary (undated) defines anecdotal evidence:

Anecdotal Evidence is information you obtain from a subjective report, an observation, or some kind of example that may or may not be reliable. In addition, anecdotal evidence is not scientifically valid or representative of a larger group or of conditions in another location.


associated issues

 


related areas

See also

Researching the Real World Section 1.4


Sources

Psychology Glossary, undated, 'Anecdotal evidence' available at http://www.alleydog.com/glossary/definition.php?term=Anecdotal%20Evidence, accessed 1 February 2013, still available 1 June 2019.


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