{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-the-philosophy-of-methodology","title":"An Introduction to the Philosophy of Methodology","description":"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 or dissertation.\nAided throughout by definition boxes, examples and exercises for students, the book covers topics such as: Positivism and Post-positivism Phenomenology Critical Theory Constructivism and Participatory Paradigms Post-Modernism and Post-Structuralism Ethnography Grounded Theory Hermeneutics Foucault and Discourse\nThis text is aimed at advanced undergraduates and graduate research students. For more experienced researchers developing mixed methodological approaches, it can provide a greater understanding of underlying issues relating to unfamiliar techniques.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1446202992\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: GBV.1446202992.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Howell, Kerry E\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Good Books Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54842306363697,"sku":"GBV.1446202992.G","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/3730\/2065\/files\/1446202992-0.jpg?v=1782248993","url":"https:\/\/goodbookscompany.org\/products\/an-introduction-to-the-philosophy-of-methodology","provider":"Good Books Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}