The Foundations of Research
The Foundations of Research by Jonathan Grix, published by Palgrave Macmillan in October 2004, is a study guide designed for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students. This 208-page book provides an accessible introduction to the foundations of research in the human sciences, focusing on essential tools, terminology, and research perspectives necessary for engaging in academic debate and completing long essays, dissertations, and theses.
Readers will find that this book emphasizes clarity in its writing style, aiming to communicate directly with students. It covers the basic assumptions underlying research, making it a practical resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of educational research methodologies. The content is tailored to support students in navigating the complexities of academic writing and research processes.
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This book offers advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students with an accessible introduction to the foundations of research in the human sciences. It covers the tools, terminology and research perspectives that researchers and students will need to know in order to engage in academic debate, and to successfully complete their long essays, dissertations and theses. A particular strength of this volume is its style: It is written to the student as opposed to just for them. Language is kept as clear as possible, especially when describing the basic assumptions upon which all research is built.
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