Beyond quantitative and qualitative research as to the subjectivity of science Más allá de lo cuantitativo y lo cualitativo en investigación a propósito de la subjetividad en las ciencias

Abstract

This essay is a critical reflection on the dual perspective between quantitative and qualitative research models which confirms that this type of dichotomy veils and limits advances in this area. As an example of controversy we quote some frames of reference in which subjectivity is the main element (psychoanalytical research); we also reviewed Dr. Kinsey's practice for he posed an interesting approach to classical and traditional research. As a conclusion we suggest research to be addressed from a broader perspective which  is capable of breaking dual schemes and questions subjectivity and the difficulty  to  integrate  research using this type of models.