An Introduction to the Philosophy of Methodology.
by
Howell, Kerry E.
Title
:
An Introduction to the Philosophy of Methodology.
Author
:
Howell, Kerry E.
ISBN
:
9781446202999
Publication Information
:
London : Sage Publications, 2013.
Physical Description
:
236 s.
General Note
:
Problems Identified: Truth Knowledge and the Role of Theory Explaining Theory Positivism and Post-Positivism Phenomenology Critical Theory Constructivism an Participatory Paradigms: Introducing Action Research Postmodernism and Post-Structuralism Ethnography Grounded Theory Hermeneutics Foucault Validity, Reliability and Generalization Methods Conclusions.
Abstract
:
This book provides students with a concise introduction to the philosophy of methodology. The book stands apart from existing methodology texts by clarifying in a student-friendly and engaging way distinctions between philosophical positions, paradigms of inquiry, methodology and methods. Building an understanding of the relationships and distinctions between philosophical positions and paradigms is an essential part of the research process and integral to deploying the methodology and methods best suited for a research project, thesis....
Added Author
:
Howell, Kerry E.
| Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Copy |
|---|
| IIEMSA | General Books | 33168025587904 | 121.68 H859.I 2013 | 1 |