The Foundations of Research
3rd Edition
Published on 26. October 2018
183 pages
978-1-350-31530-3 (ISBN)
Description
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
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
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Series
Edition
3rd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Adult education
ISBN-13
978-1-350-31530-3 (9781350315303)
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Jonathan Grix
The Foundations of Research
Book
11/2018
3rd Edition
Bloomsbury Academic
€37.50
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Person
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).
Content
Introduction
1. The Nature of Research
2. The 'Nuts and Bolts' of Research
3. Getting Started in Research
4. The Building Blocks of Research
5. Introducing the Key Research Paradigms
6. The Types and Uses of Theory in Research
7. Introducing Research Methods
8. Academic Standards, Plagiarism and Ethics in Research
9. Conclusion: Summary of Key Points
Appendix 1: Stages of the Research Process
Appendix 2: Glossary of Research Terms
Bibliography
Index.
1. The Nature of Research
2. The 'Nuts and Bolts' of Research
3. Getting Started in Research
4. The Building Blocks of Research
5. Introducing the Key Research Paradigms
6. The Types and Uses of Theory in Research
7. Introducing Research Methods
8. Academic Standards, Plagiarism and Ethics in Research
9. Conclusion: Summary of Key Points
Appendix 1: Stages of the Research Process
Appendix 2: Glossary of Research Terms
Bibliography
Index.
