Foundations of Research

Häftad, Engelska, 2018

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Beskrivning

Fully revised for the third edition, this popular text provides an advanced yet accessible introduction to the tools, terminology and research perspectives that students need to know in order to engage in academic debate and successfully complete research-based assignments. It first explores the language and nature of research, before developing readers’ understanding of different research methods and the role of theory in research. Chapters are complemented by examples, boxed summaries of key ideas and suggestions for further reading.This text will be an essential resource for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates of all disciplines.New to this Edition:- Includes new examples and material on managing the research process

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2018-11-01
Mått:193 x 208 x 10 mm
Vikt:227 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Bloomsbury Research Skills
Antal sidor:208
Upplaga:3
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN:9781352002003

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Jonathan Grix is Professor in Sports Policy at Manchester Metropolitan University. He is the author of Information Skills: Finding and Using the Right Resources (with Gerald Watkins).

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Provides a clear and practical guide to the tools and terminology of research which will be invaluable for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction1. The Nature of Research2. The 'Nuts and Bolts' of Research3. Getting Started in Research4. The Building Blocks of Research5. Introducing the Key Research Paradigms6. The Types and Uses of Theory in Research7. Introducing Research Methods8. Academic Standards, Plagiarism and Ethics in Research9. Conclusion: Summary of Key PointsAppendix 1: Stages of the Research ProcessAppendix 2: Glossary of Research TermsBibliographyIndex.