Jan Dul - Böcker

The complete guide for how to design and conduct theory-testing and other case studies…Case Study Methodology in Business Research sets out structures and guidelines that assist students and researchers from a wide range of disciplines to develop their case study research in a consistent and rigorous manner. It clarifies the differences between practice-oriented and theory-oriented research and, within the latter category, between theory-testing and theory-building. It describes in detail how to design and conduct different types of case study research, providing students and researchers with everything they need for their project. The main aims are to:* present a broad spectrum of types of case study research (including practice-oriented case studies, theory-building case studies and theory-testing case studies) in one consistent methodological framework.* emphasize and clearly illustrate that the case study is the preferred research strategy for testing deterministic propositions such as those expressing a necessary condition case by case and that the survey is the preferred research strategy for testing probabilistic propositions.* stress the role of replication in all theory-testing research, irrespective of which research strategy is chosen for a specific test.* give more weight to the importance of theory-testing relative to theory-building.Case Study Methodology in Business Research is a clear, concise and comprehensive text for case study methodology. Templates are supplied for case study protocol and how to report a case study.A modular textbook primarily aimed at serving research methodology courses for final year undergraduate students and graduate students in Business Administration and Management, which is also useful as a handbook for researchers.Written by Jan Dul, Professor of Technology and Human Factors, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam and Tony Hak, Associate professor of Research Methodology, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, in collaboration with other authors from RSM Erasmus University.

Human Factors and Ergonomics for Beginners offers a useful introduction to the broad field of human factors. Now in its fourth edition, this book is the go-to beginner guide to the field as it describes real, practical guidelines that are based on solid knowledge and experience. It will help any reader to enhance human-system performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the organizational environment.This book delivers information on the design of human-made systems, giving the reader a comprehensive summary of what human factors and ergonomics is and how the principles of it are applied in work and other living environments. The authors explain the application of a human-centered approach to the design, testing, and evaluation of systems by considering the interrelated set of physical, cognitive, social, organizational, and other relevant human factors. Revised in this fourth edition is a chapter on interaction design that details the rapid developments in information and communication technology and increased emphasis on performance bringing the book right up to date.This book is a useful quick reference and valuable tool for novices and experienced professionals alike. It will appeal to undergraduate and postgraduate students and early-to-mid career practitioners in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, workplace design, product and service design, organizational design, human anthropometrics, information technology and human-centered design.

Human Factors and Ergonomics for Beginners offers a useful introduction to the broad field of human factors. Now in its fourth edition, this book is the go-to beginner guide to the field as it describes real, practical guidelines that are based on solid knowledge and experience. It will help any reader to enhance human-system performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the organizational environment.This book delivers information on the design of human-made systems, giving the reader a comprehensive summary of what human factors and ergonomics is and how the principles of it are applied in work and other living environments. The authors explain the application of a human-centered approach to the design, testing, and evaluation of systems by considering the interrelated set of physical, cognitive, social, organizational, and other relevant human factors. Revised in this fourth edition is a chapter on interaction design that details the rapid developments in information and communication technology and increased emphasis on performance bringing the book right up to date.This book is a useful quick reference and valuable tool for novices and experienced professionals alike. It will appeal to undergraduate and postgraduate students and early-to-mid career practitioners in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, workplace design, product and service design, organizational design, human anthropometrics, information technology and human-centered design.

Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA) is a new research method for data analysis. Its unique feature is the use of ‘necessary but not sufficient’ logic to detect the critical ‘must have’ factors in datasets, rather than average effects. This book introduces this methodology at an advanced level, taking readers through the theoretical underpinning and its varied application in empirical research across the social sciences and beyond. Aimed at PhD students and researchers, data analysts, practitioners, and others, the book helps readers develop a deeper understanding of the NCA approach and apply it effectively and with high-quality standards. It brings together the fundamentals of NCA and integrates the most recent methodological advancements and tools. No prior knowledge of NCA is required but readers would benefit from familiarity with the basics of research methodology.Key features:• Addresses a new data analysis method. • Provides a deeper understanding of the method. • Includes hands on practical recommendations for application.

The complete guide for how to design and conduct theory-testing and other case studies…Case Study Methodology in Business Research sets out structures and guidelines that assist students and researchers from a wide range of disciplines to develop their case study research in a consistent and rigorous manner. It clarifies the differences between practice-oriented and theory-oriented research and, within the latter category, between theory-testing and theory-building. It describes in detail how to design and conduct different types of case study research, providing students and researchers with everything they need for their project. The main aims are to:* present a broad spectrum of types of case study research (including practice-oriented case studies, theory-building case studies and theory-testing case studies) in one consistent methodological framework.* emphasize and clearly illustrate that the case study is the preferred research strategy for testing deterministic propositions such as those expressing a necessary condition case by case and that the survey is the preferred research strategy for testing probabilistic propositions.* stress the role of replication in all theory-testing research, irrespective of which research strategy is chosen for a specific test.* give more weight to the importance of theory-testing relative to theory-building.Case Study Methodology in Business Research is a clear, concise and comprehensive text for case study methodology. Templates are supplied for case study protocol and how to report a case study.A modular textbook primarily aimed at serving research methodology courses for final year undergraduate students and graduate students in Business Administration and Management, which is also useful as a handbook for researchers.Written by Jan Dul, Professor of Technology and Human Factors, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam and Tony Hak, Associate professor of Research Methodology, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, in collaboration with other authors from RSM Erasmus University.

Loaded with information on the design of work systems, workplaces, and workstations as well as human anthropometics, Ergonomics for Beginners: A Quick Reference Guide, Third Edition provides a useful quick reference and valuable tool for novices and experienced professionals alike. Retaining the features that made each previous edition a bestseller, the authors have meticulously revised the information to address rapid developments in information and communications technology, offering ergonomics advice on topics such as wireless, remote, and hands-free controls, website design, mobile interaction, and virtual offices. Understand the Utility and Limitations of Modern Technology In their trademark, eloquent style, the authors explain the application of a human-centered approach to the design, testing, and evaluation of work systems by considering the interrelated set of physical, cognitive, social, organizational, and other relevant human factors. Their elemental, but comprehensive, treatment of the subject matter provides an authoritative and archival reference of basic theoretical and practical knowledge that will help enhance human performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the organizational environment. Small enough to carry along to work sites, with simple and clear illustrations, the book examines how to improve performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the work environment.

Loaded with information on the design of work systems, workplaces, and workstations as well as human anthropometics, Ergonomics for Beginners: A Quick Reference Guide, Third Edition provides a useful quick reference and valuable tool for novices and experienced professionals alike. Retaining the features that made each previous edition a bestseller, the authors have meticulously revised the information to address rapid developments in information and communications technology, offering ergonomics advice on topics such as wireless, remote, and hands-free controls, website design, mobile interaction, and virtual offices. Understand the Utility and Limitations of Modern Technology In their trademark, eloquent style, the authors explain the application of a human-centered approach to the design, testing, and evaluation of work systems by considering the interrelated set of physical, cognitive, social, organizational, and other relevant human factors. Their elemental, but comprehensive, treatment of the subject matter provides an authoritative and archival reference of basic theoretical and practical knowledge that will help enhance human performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the organizational environment. Small enough to carry along to work sites, with simple and clear illustrations, the book examines how to improve performance and reduce the undesirable effects and unintended consequences of many human interactions with technology and the work environment.

Part of SAGE's Mastering Business Research Methods series, conceived and edited by Bill Lee, Mark N. K. Saunders and Vadake K. Narayanan and designed to support students by providing in-depth and practical guidance on using a chosen method of data collection or analysis.Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA) is an emerging method of data analysis, based on the idea that research factors can be necessary for an outcome: if the condition is not there, then the result will not occur. These necessary conditions are everywhere, and NCA is an intuitive and straightforward means of finding and testing data, either as a standalone tool or as a complement to other research methods.This book is an invaluable guide to using NCA effectively in business and management dissertations, and offers practical guidance and insight into how to successfully transcribe and analyse data using the NCA approach in research projects.Jan Dul is Professor of Technology and Human Factors at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, The Netherlands.