When data science meets social sciences

This blog post from LSE examines the benefits and necessary reflections when data science intersects with social sciences. It notes the immense opportunities offered by increased data accessibility and computational tools for social research. However, it emphasizes the critical need for careful reflection on the contextualization of digital data, acknowledging that all data is social and reflects purposeful human agency. The article advocates for maintaining rigor in social inquiry by understanding data origins and avoiding the fallacy of assumed objectivity.