Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research
Title | Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research PDF eBook |
Author | Malcolm Williams |
Publisher | SAGE |
Total Pages | 241 |
Release | 2016-09-09 |
Genre | Reference |
ISBN | 1473986826 |
“This is a splendid book, providing a readable and reliable guide to a very large range of topics and literature... the author brings together, as few of us can, the details of research methodology and practice with broader philosophical perspectives and approaches.” - William Outhwaite, Emeritus Professor, Newcastle University "We need researchers who are philosophically informed rather than philosophically obsessed or philosophically oppressed. With this book Malcolm Williams strikes the exact balance." - Ray Pawson, Emeritus Professor, University of Leeds This book is an ideal introduction for any student or social researcher hoping to better understand the philosophical issues that inform social research. Williams is the perfect guide providing short focused introductions to key concepts alongside a persuasive and engaging overview of how we interpret and conduct research. The book covers everything from core research methods, to ethical concerns and an exploration of the metaphysics of social life, with each entry providing: Clear definitions Engaging real world examples Up-do-date suggestions for further reading Informative cross-referencing Lists of key thinkers. Relevant and authoritative, this book is an indispensable introduction to the philosophy of social research.
Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research
Title | Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research PDF eBook |
Author | Malcolm Williams |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 230 |
Release | 2016 |
Genre | Social sciences |
ISBN | 9781473982758 |
Providing concise, focused introductions to everything from the central research methods, to ethics, to metaphysics, and with helpful features such as real-world examples, cross-references and lists of key thinkers, this guide is an ideal introduction.
An Introduction To The Philosophy Of Social Research
Title | An Introduction To The Philosophy Of Social Research PDF eBook |
Author | Tim May |
Publisher | Routledge |
Total Pages | 216 |
Release | 2002-11-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1135367167 |
This is an accessible introduction to the philosophy of social research which relates philosophical ideas to actual research practice. The book makes effective use of illustrations from the UK, US and Europe to examine specific problems and broader issues. The book is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in social research methods within sociology, social policy, politics, social psychology, human geography; philosophy of social science and social theory courses; and as a personal reference for professional researchers.
Finding Philosophy in Social Science
Title | Finding Philosophy in Social Science PDF eBook |
Author | Mario Bunge |
Publisher | Yale University Press |
Total Pages | 458 |
Release | 1996-01-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9780300066067 |
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Readings in the Philosophy of Social Science
Title | Readings in the Philosophy of Social Science PDF eBook |
Author | Michael Martin |
Publisher | MIT Press |
Total Pages | 818 |
Release | 1994 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780262631518 |
the first comprehensive anthology in the philosophy of social science to appear since the late 1960s
Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research
Title | Key Concepts in the Philosophy of Social Research PDF eBook |
Author | Malcolm Williams |
Publisher | SAGE |
Total Pages | 272 |
Release | 2016-09-09 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 147398758X |
"This is a splendid book, providing a readable and reliable guide to a very large range of topics and literature... the author brings together, as few of us can, the details of research methodology and practice with broader philosophical perspectives and approaches." - William Outhwaite, Emeritus Professor, Newcastle University "We need researchers who are philosophically informed rather than philosophically obsessed or philosophically oppressed. With this book Malcolm Williams strikes the exact balance." - Ray Pawson, Emeritus Professor, University of Leeds This book is an ideal introduction for any student or social researcher hoping to better understand the philosophical issues that inform social research. Williams is the perfect guide providing short focused introductions to key concepts alongside a persuasive and engaging overview of how we interpret and conduct research. The book covers everything from core research methods, to ethical concerns and an exploration of the metaphysics of social life, with each entry providing: Clear definitions Engaging real world examples Up-do-date suggestions for further reading Informative cross-referencing Lists of key thinkers. Relevant and authoritative, this book is an indispensable introduction to the philosophy of social research.
The Philosophy of Social Research
Title | The Philosophy of Social Research PDF eBook |
Author | J. A. Hughes |
Publisher | Longman Publishing Group |
Total Pages | 188 |
Release | 1990 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN |
An attempt to bring some of the major issues and debates in the philosophy of social research up-to-date. There is a new chapter on the philosophy of science, the conclusion has been rewritten and other chapters have been updated.