Robert Park's vision of sociology included:
A) transforming the orientation of sociology to look a lot more like the natural sciences
B) heavy use of statistics
C) quantifying observations as much as possible
D) a strong focus on theory
E) a focus on careful firsthand observation

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Robert Park believed in careful firsthand observation as the basis for sociological theory and analysis. He valued qualitative research methods and the role of the sociologist as an active participant in the social world they were studying. While he recognized the value of quantitative methods and theory, he emphasized the importance of grounding these in real-world observation and experience.

Robert Park's Vision of Sociology Included