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Research Methods for Political Science Quantitative Qualitative and Mixed Method Approaches

Research Methods for Political Science Quantitative Qualitative and Mixed Method Approaches

The third edition of Research Methods for Political Science retains its effective approach to helping students learn what to research why to research and how to research. The text integrates both quantitative and qualitative approaches to research in one volume and covers such important topics as research design specifying research problems designing questionnaires and writing questions designing and carrying out qualitative research and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative research data. Heavily illustrated classroom tested exceptionally readable and engaging the text presents statistical methods in a conversational tone to help students surmount math phobia. Updates to this new edition include: Research topics chapters have been upgraded and expanded. Two mixed methods design chapters have been added. A new chapter on hermeneutic analysis designs and research with large data sets. The chapter on multivariate statistics has been expanded with an expanded discussion on logistic regression. Tools on how to prepare and present research findings are now featured in the appendix allowing instructors more flexibility when teaching their courses. Research Methods for Political Science will give students the confidence and knowledge they need to understand the methods and basics skills for data collection presentation and analysis. | Research Methods for Political Science Quantitative Qualitative and Mixed Method Approaches

GBP 56.99
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Research Design Second Edition Quantitative Qualitative Mixed Methods Arts-Based and Community-Based Participatory Research Approaches

Research Design Second Edition Quantitative Qualitative Mixed Methods Arts-Based and Community-Based Participatory Research Approaches

With a new chapter on the literature review this accessible step-by-step guide to using the five major approaches to research design is now in a thoroughly revised second edition. The prior edition's user-friendly features are augmented by a new companion website with worksheets keyed to each chapter. For each approach the text presents a template for a research proposal and explains how to conceptualize and fill in every section. Interdisciplinary research examples draw on current events and social justice issues. Unique coverage includes hot topics-replication studies data sharing and preregistration; tailoring proposals to different audiences; and more. Terminology commonly used in each approach is identified and key moments of ethical decision making are flagged. The book includes a general introduction to social research an in-depth discussion of ethics and a chapter on how to begin a research study. New to This Edition *New or expanded discussions of theory and literature in quantitative research replication studies preregistration of research the critical paradigm in qualitative research mixed methods research approaching different kinds of organizations in community-based participatory research and more. *Chapter on the literature review including the ethics of citational practices. *Companion website with worksheets to aid in learning and practicing each chapter's key concepts. *Updated examples references and recommended readings throughout. Pedagogical Features *Multiple Review Stops in each chapter-quick quizzes with answer keys. *End-of-chapter writing exercises research activities and suggested resources. *Bolded key terms and an end-of-book glossary. *Boxed tips from experts in the respective approaches. *Pointers to downloadable worksheets throughout the chapters. *Author-created PowerPoints and chapter tests with answer keys available to instructors using the book in a course. | Research Design Second Edition Quantitative Qualitative Mixed Methods Arts-Based and Community-Based Participatory Research Approaches

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Handbook of Critical Education Research Qualitative Quantitative and Emerging Approaches

Handbook of Critical Education Research Qualitative Quantitative and Emerging Approaches

This handbook offers a contemporary and comprehensive review of critical research theory and methodology. Showcasing the work of contemporary critical researchers who are harnessing and building on a variety of methodological tools this volume extends beyond qualitative methodology to also include critical quantitative and mixed-methods approaches to research. The critical scholars contributing to this volume are influenced by a diverse range of education disciplines and represent multiple countries and methodological backgrounds making the handbook an essential resource for anyone doing critical scholarship. The book moves from the theoretical to the specific examining various paradigms for engaging in critical scholarship various methodologies for doing critical research and the political ethical and practical issues that arise when working as a critical scholar. In addition to mapping the field contributions synthesize literature offer concrete examples and explore relevant contexts histories assumptions and current practices ultimately fostering generative thinking that contributes to future methodological and theoretical breakthroughs. New as well as seasoned critical scholars will find within these pages exciting new ideas challenging questions and insights that spur the continuous evolution and grow the influence of critical research methods and theories in the education and human disciplines. | Handbook of Critical Education Research Qualitative Quantitative and Emerging Approaches

GBP 99.99
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Mixed Methods Research Design for the Built Environment

Mixed Methods Research Design for the Built Environment

The application of mixed methods research design in the built environment discipline by students and academics has continued to grow exponentially. However with no dedicated mixed methods research design textbook in this domain students have struggled to conduct research projects involving a mixed methods research design. Mixed Methods Research Design for the Built Environment provides a useful research methodology resource for students academics and researchers across various disciplines in the built environment such as construction management and project management property and real estate management quantity surveying and commercial management building surveying building services engineering civil and geodetic engineering and other built environment disciplines. The book can also be useful for students and academics outside the built environment knowledge domain. This textbook offers practical and step-by-step guidance on how to apply mixed methods research design including an elucidation of the various philosophical and methodological underpinnings upon which the choice of a particular variant of the mixed methods research design is predicated. It provides practical case examples and guidance on the processes involved to design and undertake mixed methods research the advantages and disadvantages of using mixed methods research and how multiple sources of qualitative and quantitative data can be combined and applied to carry out research projects.

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The Handbook of Teaching Qualitative and Mixed Research Methods A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructors

The Handbook of Teaching Qualitative and Mixed Research Methods A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructors

The Handbook of Teaching Qualitative and Mixed Research Methods: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructors presents diverse pedagogical approaches to teaching 71 qualitative and mixed methods. These tried-and-true methods are widely applicable to those teaching and those being trained in qualitative and mixed-methods research. The methods for data collection cover ethics sampling interviewing recording observations of behavior Indigenous and decolonizing methods and methodologies as well as visual and participatory methods. Methods for analyzing data include coding and finding themes exploratory and inductive analysis linguistic analysis mixed-methods analysis and comparative analysis. Each method has its own 1 500-word lesson (i. e. chapter) written by expert methodologists from around the globe. In these lessons contributors give the reader a brief history of the method and describe how they teach it by including their best practices—with succinct step-by-step instructions—focusing on student-centered experiential and active learning exercises. This comprehensive one-of a-kind text is an essential reference for instructors who teach qualitative and/or mixed methods across the Social and Behavioral Sciences and other related disciplines including Anthropology Sociology Education and Health/Nursing research. | The Handbook of Teaching Qualitative and Mixed Research Methods A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructors

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Preparing Literature Reviews Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches

Preparing Literature Reviews Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches

• Illustrates all the steps in preparing qualitative and quantitative literature reviews. • Emphasizes topic selection locating literature and avoiding major pitfalls in evaluating and synthesizing literature. • Shows how to improve literature reviews through the judicious inclusion of statistical results found in the literature. • Provides easy-to-follow advice on how to avoid misrepresenting the results of published research in literature reviews. • The numerous examples throughout the text and the nine model literature reviews clarify the process of following the guidelines for writing solid state-of-the-art literature reviews. • Shows students how to blend qualitative and quantitative approaches to preparing literature reviews without being overly mathematical. • Two chapters present clear explanations of how to conduct meta-analyses. • All examples have been updated to ensure consistency with the sixth edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association and the fourth edition of the American Sociological Association’s Style Guide. | Preparing Literature Reviews Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches

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Qualitative Research Approaches for Psychotherapy Reflexivity Methodology and Criticality

Qualitative Research Approaches for Psychotherapy Reflexivity Methodology and Criticality

Qualitative Research Approaches for Psychotherapy offers the reader a range of current qualitative research approaches congruent with the values and practices of psychotherapy itself: experience-based reflective contextualized and critical. This volume contains 14 compelling challenging new essays from authors in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres writing from a range of theoretical and cultural perspectives. The book covers both established and emerging approaches to qualitative research in this field beginning with case study ending with postqualitative and with hermeneutic reflexive psychosocial Talanoa queer feminist critical race theory heuristic grounded theory authoethnographic poetic and collaborative writing approaches in between. These chapters introduce and explore the complexity of the specific research approach its assumptions challenges ethics and potentials including examples from the authors’ own research therapeutic practice and life. The book is not a ‘how to’ guide to methods but rather a stimulus for psychotherapy researchers to think and feel their way differently into their research endeavours. This book will be an invaluable resource to postgraduate students practitioners and established researchers in psychotherapy who are undertaking (or considering) qualitative research for their projects. It will also appeal to course tutors and trainers looking for a volume around which to structure a qualitative research methods course. | Qualitative Research Approaches for Psychotherapy Reflexivity Methodology and Criticality

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Social Research Methodology Qualitative and Quantitative Designs

Social Research Methodology Qualitative and Quantitative Designs

This book provides unrivalled coverage of both quantitative and qualitative research methods making it invaluable for anyone embarking on social research. Divided into five parts/sections it introduces tools techniques critical aspects and knowledge of conducting social research which include a detailed discussion about the basics of social research social research problem review of literature hypothesis sampling research design tools of research statistics and report writing. The volume helps acquire knowledge develop an understanding apply the concepts in social research and curate checklists and rating scales designed to evaluate the statement of a problem research proposal hypothesis different methods of research and writing research reports. It also includes a brief discussion about statistics the style of reporting and the criteria for evaluating social research. This book will be a helpful reference/text for graduates postgraduates doctoral scholars and all those interested in societal development. It would also be useful to students researchers and teachers of the various social sciences disciplines like psychology sociology education social work and other allied subjects. It would be an invaluable companion to professionals and data scientists working in the field of analytics. | Social Research Methodology Qualitative and Quantitative Designs

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Critical Approaches to Life Writing Methods in Qualitative Research

Critical Approaches to Life Writing Methods in Qualitative Research

Life writing projects have become part of the expanding field of qualitative research methods in recent years and advances in critical approaches are reshaping methodological pathways. Critical Approaches to Life Writing Methods in Qualitative Research gives researchers and students looking for a brief compendium to guide their methodological thinking a concise and working overview of how to approach and carry out different forms of life writing. This practical book re-invigorates the conversation about the possibilities and innovative directions qualitative researchers can take when engaged in various forms of life writing such as biography autobiography autoethnography life history and oral history. It equips the reader with the tools to carry out life writing projects from start to finish including choosing a topic or subject examining lives as living data understanding the role of documents and artifacts learning to tell the story and finally writing/performing/displaying through the voice of the life writer. The authors also address the ways a researcher can begin a project work through the issues they might face along the journey and arrive at a shareable product. With its focus on the plurality of life writing methodologies Critical Approaches to Life Writing Methods in Qualitative Research occupies a distinct place in qualitative research scholarship and offers practical exercises to guide the researcher. Examples include exploring authorial voice practical applications of reflexivity exercises the relationship between the narrator and participants navigating the use of public and private archives understanding the processes of collaborative inquiry and collaborative writing and writing for various audiences.

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Researching and Analysing Business Research Methods in Practice

Researching and Analysing Business Research Methods in Practice

Researching and Analysing Business: Research Methods in Practice provides an accessible and practical guide to various data collection and data analysis techniques within management from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives. This key resource functions as a comprehensive reference tool – covering a broad variety of methodologies – examining both the theory behind them and their application in practice. These include systematic literature review through bibliometric and meta-analysis secondary vs primary sources qualitative research vs quantitative research combining qualitative and quantitative methods qualitative and quantitative research method approaches fsQCA data mining and sentiment analysis. Chapters are rich in examples data sets practical exercises easy-to-follow slides and a glossary which help readers to understand and apply research approaches as well as to assess the strengths and weaknesses of each method. Unique in its practical approach and with insights from active researchers this book is required and recommended reading for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students studying research methods as a core module within business and management courses. It is also a useful tool for PhD students and academics within the discipline. Online support materials include PowerPoint slides. | Researching and Analysing Business Research Methods in Practice

GBP 39.99
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Criminal Justice and Criminology Research Methods

Criminal Justice and Criminology Research Methods

Criminal Justice and Criminology Research Methods Third Edition is an accessible and engaging text that offers balanced coverage of a full range of contemporary research methods. Filled with gritty criminal justice and criminology examples including policing corrections evaluation research forensics feminist studies juvenile justice crime theory and criminal justice theory this new edition demonstrates how research is relevant to the field and what tools are needed to actually conduct that research. Kraska Brent and Neuman write in a pedagogically friendly style yet without sacrificing rigor offering balanced coverage of qualitative quantitative and mixed methods. With its exploration of the thinking behind science and its cutting-edge content the text goes beyond the nuts and bolts to teach students how to competently critique as well as create research-based knowledge. This book is suitable for undergraduate and early graduate students in US and global Criminology Criminal Justice and Justice Studies programs as well as for senior scholars concerned with incorporating the latest mixed-methods approaches into their research.

GBP 74.99
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Research Methods in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management

Research Methods in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management

Now in a thoroughly revised and refreshed fourth edition Research Methods in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management is beloved by students and professors alike for its exceptional clarity and accessibility and plentiful illustrations. This new edition integrates quantitative qualitative and mixed-methods approaches as well as specific up-to-date instruction in the use of statistical software programs such as Excel and SPSS. Changes to this edition include: A new section featuring two new chapters to explore mixed-methods approaches to research including fundamentals research design data collection and analyzing and interpreting findings A new dedicated chapter on Big Data research Updated exhibits and examples throughout the book A new companion website to accompany the book containing PowerPoint slides for each chapter New exhibits tables figures and exercises as well as key terms and discussion questions at the end of each chapter Research Methods in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management 4e is an ideal textbook for use in all research methods courses in undergraduate and graduate public administration public affairs and nonprofit management courses.

GBP 82.99
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Advanced Quantitative Research Methods for Urban Planners

Advanced Quantitative Research Methods for Urban Planners

Advanced Quantitative Research Methods for Urban Planners provides fundamental knowledge and hands-on techniques about research such as research topics and key journals in the planning field advice for technical writing and advanced quantitative methodologies. This book aims to provide the reader with a comprehensive and detailed understanding of advanced quantitative methods and to provide guidance on technical writing. Complex material is presented in the simplest and clearest way possible using real-world planning examples and making the theoretical content of each chapter as tangible as possible. Hands-on techniques for a variety of quantitative research studies are covered to provide graduate students university faculty and professional researchers with useful guidance and references. A companion to Basic Quantitative Research Methods for Urban Planners Advanced Quantitative Research Methods for Urban Planners is an ideal read for researchers who want to branch out methodologically and for practicing planners who need to conduct advanced analyses with planning data.

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Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research Dialogues between Researchers and Philosophers

Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research Dialogues between Researchers and Philosophers

Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research provides a comprehensive examination of the philosophical foundations of mixed methods research. It offers new defences of the seven main approaches to mixed methods (the pragmatist approach the transformative approach the indigenous approach the dialectical approach the dialectical pluralist approach the performative approach and the realist approach) written by leading mixed methods researchers. Each approach is accompanied by critical reflections chapter from philosophers’ point of view. The book shows the value of the use of mixed methods from a philosophical point of view and offers a systematic and critical examination of these positions and approaches from a philosophical point of view. The volume also offers a platform to promote a dialogue between mixed methods researchers and philosophers of science and provides foundations for further research and teaching of this hotly debated topic. This volume is ideal for researchers and advanced students and anyone who is interested in research methods and the social sciences more generally. | Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research Dialogues between Researchers and Philosophers

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Departing Radically in Academic Writing Alternative Approaches to Writing and Methods in Qualitative Research

Departing Radically in Academic Writing Alternative Approaches to Writing and Methods in Qualitative Research

Departing Radically in Academic Writing (DRAW) seeks to show qualitative researchers that there are ways to embrace creatively alternative approaches to writing whilst fulfilling the demands of an academic tenure system. Putting forward playful arts-based and creative writing/fiction approaches to writing up research the contributions in this book demonstrate how theorisation can happen in different ways particularly for younger career scholars struggling with their thesis submissions. Some of the contributions in the book come from those who have successfully defended a DRAWn thesis. Whilst this is not a handbook or how to it does show DRAW and radical departure work can work in practice without disadvantaging the researcher. Each chapter includes Author's Notes on the chapter and Radical Writing Prompts to stimulate creative thinking. Drawing on the work of Sara Ahmed Ruth Behar bell hooks Helene Cixous Virginia Woolf Laurel Richardson and other literary and creative feminist qualitative thinkers Departing Radically in Academic Writing will appeal to graduate students and researchers in Education the social sciences and humanities who are interested to advance critical thinking through radically departured work. | Departing Radically in Academic Writing Alternative Approaches to Writing and Methods in Qualitative Research

GBP 36.99
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Routledge International Handbook of Advanced Quantitative Methods in Nursing Research

Routledge International Handbook of Advanced Quantitative Methods in Nursing Research

Designed to support global development of nursing science the Routledge International Handbook of Advanced Quantitative Methods in Nursing Research provides a new comprehensive and authoritative treatment of advanced quantitative methods for nursing research. Incorporating past approaches that have served as the foundation for the science this cutting edge book also explores emerging approaches that will shape its future. Divided into six parts it covers: -the domain of nursing science - measurement—classical test theory IRT clinimetrics behavioral observation biophysical measurement -models for prediction and explanation—SEM general growth mixture models hierarchical models analysis of dynamic systems -intervention research—theory-based interventions causality third variables pilot studies quasi-experimental design joint models for longitudinal data and time to event -e-science—DIKW paradigm big data data mining omics FMRI -special topics—comparative effectiveness and meta-analysis patient safety economics research in nursing mixed methods global research dissemination Written by a distinguished group of international nursing scientists scientists from related fields and methodologists the Handbook is the ideal reference for everyone involved in nursing science whether they are graduate students academics editors and reviewers or clinical investigators.

GBP 48.99
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Research Methods in Outdoor Studies

Research Methods in Outdoor Studies

Over the last two decades Outdoor Studies has emerged as an innovative and vibrant field of study. This is the first book to offer a comprehensive appraisal of established and cutting-edge research methods as applied to Outdoor Studies. Covering qualitative quantitative and mixed methods the book examines key methodologies themes and technologies such as digital research mobile methodologies ethnography interviews research design research ethics and ways of disseminating research. Featuring contributions from leading researchers from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds this is an essential text for any Outdoor Studies course or for researchers looking for innovative and creative research techniques. | Research Methods in Outdoor Studies

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The Routledge Reviewer’s Guide to Mixed Methods Analysis

The Routledge Reviewer’s Guide to Mixed Methods Analysis

The Routledge Reviewer’s Guide to Mixed Methods Analysis is a groundbreaking edited book – the first devoted solely to mixed methods research analyses or mixed analyses. Each of the 30 seminal chapters authored by internationally renowned scholars provides a simple and practical introduction to a method of mixed analysis. Each chapter demonstrates how to conduct the analysis in easy-to-understand language. Many of the chapters present new topics that have never been written before and all chapters offer cutting-edge approaches to analysis. The book contains the following four sections: Part I Quantitative Approaches to Qualitative Data (e. g. factor analysis of text multidimensional scaling of qualitative data); Part II Qualitative Approaches to Quantitative Data (e. g. qualitizing data mixed methodological discourse analysis); Part III Inherently Mixed Analysis Approaches (e. g. qualitative comparative analysis mixed methods social network analysis social media analytics as mixed analysis GIS as mixed analysis); and Part IV Use of Software for Mixed Data Analysis (e. g. QDA Miner WordStat MAXQDA NVivo SPSS). The audience for this book includes (a) researchers evaluators and practitioners who conduct a variety of research projects and who are interested in using innovative analyses that will allow them to extract more from their data; (b) academics including faculty who would use this book in their scholarship as well as in their graduate-level courses and graduate students who need access to a comprehensive set of mixed analysis tools for their dissertations/theses and other research assignments and projects; and (c) computer-assisted data analysis software developers who are seeking additional mixed analyses to include within their software programs. Chapter 24 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www. taylorfrancis. com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4. 0 license.

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Emerging Trends of Research in Chemical Sciences Qualitative and Quantitative Studies and Applications

Emerging Trends of Research in Chemical Sciences Qualitative and Quantitative Studies and Applications

Here is a compilation of the research being done by scientists from various disciplines of chemistry at universities across the globe. This new volume provides a wealth of practical experience and research on new methodologies and important applications in chemical science. It also includes presentations on small-scale new drug design related projects that have potential applications in several disciplines of chemistry and in drug development. In this book contributions range from new methods to novel applications of existing methods to enhance understanding of the material and/or structural behavior of new and advanced systems. Topics cover computational methods in chemical sciences and electrochemical investigations; studies of some of physico-chemical properties of several important novel macrocyclic ligands; the use of lanthanide-ions doped nanomaterials; quantitative estimation of heavy metals a sustainable efficient and green promoter for the synthesis of some heterocyclic compounds; and much more. | Emerging Trends of Research in Chemical Sciences Qualitative and Quantitative Studies and Applications

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Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture

Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture

A scientific approach to architectural and architectonic research from the scope of just one discipline is no longer sufficient. With contemporary considerations such as behavior health and environmental protection architects and students alike need holistic research methodologies that incorporate qualitative elements as well as more traditional quantitative ones. Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture examines research methodologies and tools applied in science and architectonic practice. Beginning with a thorough introduction to the main scientific environmental and architectural theories of the late twentieth century the book guides the reader through the different aspects of architectural research design building research teams choosing applicable research methods and representing research results.

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UX Research Methods for Media and Communication Studies An Introduction to Contemporary Qualitative Methods

UX Research Methods for Media and Communication Studies An Introduction to Contemporary Qualitative Methods

A comprehensive guide to qualitative research methods in user experience (UX) the interaction between humans and digital products designed for media and communication students. Angela M. Cirucci and Urszula M. Pruchniewska provide an accessible introduction to the field (including the history of UX and common UX design terminology). Readers are taken through the entire research design process with an outline for preparing a study (including a planning template) a discussion of recruitment techniques an exploration of ethics considerations and a detailed breakdown of 12 essential UX research methods. The 12 methods covered include emotional journeys screenshot diaries walkthroughs contextual inquiry card sorting and usability testing with the chapter for each method including a step-by-step breakdown discussions of in-person versus virtual procedures and a What You Need section. Throughout the book useful parallels are drawn between traditional academic research methods and UX methods and special attention is paid to diversity and inclusivity. This is an essential text for media and communications students wishing to become familiar with UX research methods a rapidly growing field that will open numerous exciting career paths for graduates. | UX Research Methods for Media and Communication Studies An Introduction to Contemporary Qualitative Methods

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Disaster and Emergency Management Methods Social Science Approaches in Application

Disaster and Emergency Management Methods Social Science Approaches in Application

Find the answers to disaster and emergency management research questions with Disaster and Emergency Management Methods. Written to engage students and to provide a flexible foundation for instructors and practitioners this interdisciplinary textbook provides a holistic understanding of disaster and emergency management research methods used in the field. The disaster and emergency management contexts have a host of challenges that affect the research process that subsequently shape methodological approaches data quality analysis and inferences. In this book readers are presented with the considerations that must be made before engaging in the research process in addition to a variety of qualitative and quantitative methodological approaches that are currently being used in the discipline. Current relevant and fascinating real-world applications provide a window into how each approach is being applied in the field. Disaster and Emergency Management Methods serves as an effective way to empower readers to approach their own study of disaster and emergency management research methods with confidence. | Disaster and Emergency Management Methods Social Science Approaches in Application

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Understanding Critical Race Research Methods and Methodologies Lessons from the Field

Understanding Critical Race Research Methods and Methodologies Lessons from the Field

Despite the growing urgency for Critical Race Theory (CRT) in the field of education the how of this theoretical framework can often be overlooked. This exciting edited collection presents different methods and methodologies which are used by education researchers to investigate critical issues of racial justice in education from a CRT perspective. Featuring scholars from a range of disciplines the chapters showcase how various researchers synthesize different methods—including qualitative quantitative and mixed methods and historical and archival research—with CRT to explore issues of equity and access in the field of education. Scholars discuss their current research approaches using CRT and present new models of conducting research within a CRT framework offering a valuable contribution to ongoing methodological debates. Researchers across different levels of expertise will find the articulations of CRT and methods insightful and compelling. | Understanding Critical Race Research Methods and Methodologies Lessons from the Field

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Qualitative Research Methods for Media Studies

Qualitative Research Methods for Media Studies

This fully updated third edition provides students and researchers with the tools they need to perform critically engaged theoretically informed research using methods that include interviewing focus groups historical research oral histories ethnography and participant observation textual analysis and digital research. Each chapter features step-by-step instructions that integrate theory with practice as well as a case study drawn from published research demonstrating best practices for media scholars. Readers will also find in-depth discussions of the challenges and ethical issues that may confront researchers using a qualitative approach. With new case studies and examples throughout this third edition also includes updated and expanded material on digital technologies and platforms how to perform social media research how to analyze a variety of multimedia texts and reflections on the use of big data. A comprehensive and accessible guide for those hoping to explore this rich vein of research methodology this book provides students and scholars with the all tools they need to be able to work in today’s convergent media environment. | Qualitative Research Methods for Media Studies

GBP 52.99
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Understanding Communication Research Methods A Theoretical and Practical Approach

Understanding Communication Research Methods A Theoretical and Practical Approach

Using an engaging how-to approach that draws from scholarship real life and popular culture this textbook now in its third edition offers students practical reasons why they should care about research methods and offers a practical guide to actually conducting research themselves. Examining quantitative qualitative and critical research methods this new edition helps undergraduate students better grasp the theoretical and practical uses of method by clearly illustrating practical applications. The book features all the main research traditions within communication including online methods and provides level-appropriate applications of the methods through theoretical and practical examples and exercises including sample student papers that demonstrate research methods in action. This third edition also includes additional chapters on experimental design and methods of performance as well as brand new case studies throughout. This textbook is perfect for students and scholars using critical cultural interpretive qualitative quantitative and positivist research methods as well as students of communication studies more generally. It also offers dedicated student resources on the Routledge. com book page and instructor resources at https://routledgetextbooks. com/textbooks/instructor_downloads/. These include links videos outlines and activities recommended readings test questions and more. | Understanding Communication Research Methods A Theoretical and Practical Approach

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