Understanding the Research Process
1st Edition
Published on 22. March 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-84920-112-4 (ISBN)
Description
Understanding the Research Process helps students understand the use of specialist vocabulary and terminology of educational and social science research.
The author explores the ways in which research terminology is used, and shows students
- how to use specialist research terminology appropriately
- how to distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate uses of research terminology
- how to understand the meaning of research terms
- how to disseminate research in a style which is clear and easily understood
The book is for final year undergraduates and masters students in humanities, education and social science subjects.
Paul Oliver is a widely-published author in the fields of education, philosophy and religious studies. He is currently principal lecturer in the School of Education and Professional Development, at the University of Huddersfield.
The author explores the ways in which research terminology is used, and shows students
- how to use specialist research terminology appropriately
- how to distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate uses of research terminology
- how to understand the meaning of research terms
- how to disseminate research in a style which is clear and easily understood
The book is for final year undergraduates and masters students in humanities, education and social science subjects.
Paul Oliver is a widely-published author in the fields of education, philosophy and religious studies. He is currently principal lecturer in the School of Education and Professional Development, at the University of Huddersfield.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 170 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
289 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84920-112-4 (9781849201124)
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Person
Paul Oliver is an academic writer and researcher. He has either authored or edited 19 books in the areas of Research Methods, Education, Philosophy and Religion. He has had books translated into seven languages. For many years a lecturer at the University of Huddersfield, he was course leader there for the Doctor of Education programme. He has wide experience of both supervising and examining master's and doctoral theses.
Content
The Idea of Research
The Conceptual Range of a Research Study
Introducing Research Questions and Aims
Analyzing Previous Research
The Scientific Method
The Research Design
Data Collection Methods
Questions of Ethics
Presenting a Conclusion and Disseminating Research
The Conceptual Range of a Research Study
Introducing Research Questions and Aims
Analyzing Previous Research
The Scientific Method
The Research Design
Data Collection Methods
Questions of Ethics
Presenting a Conclusion and Disseminating Research