Pragmatism and Educational Research (Biesta Gert J. J.)(Paperback)

Educational Research: An Unorthodox Introduction (Biesta Gert)(Paperback)

With so much technical information about research methods it is easy to lose sight of the bigger picture of why we carry out educational research and where and how research might contribute to the improvement of education. Educational Research: An Unorthodox Introduction steps you through the wider

Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research, Global Edition (Creswell John)(Paperback / softback)

Lab Manual for Psychological Research (McBride Dawn M.)(Paperback)

Dawn M. McBride and J. Cooper Cutting's Lab Manual for Psychological Research, Fourth Edition provides students with opportunities to practice and apply the knowledge and skills learned in their research methods course. Developed for use in a lab course or as take-home review, the manual contains

Pragmatism and Organization Studies (Lorino Philippe)(Paperback)

Many streams of research in organization and management have criticized the mainstream view of organizations as decision-making and information-processing structures, controlled through rational representations (substantive or procedural rationality). In spite of their differences, these streams of

Duoethnography in English Language Teaching: Research, Reflection and Classroom Application (Lowe Robert J.)(Paperback)

This book sets out duoethnography as a method of research, reflective practice and a pedagogical approach in English Language Teaching (ELT). The chapters are a range of duoethnographies from established and emerging researchers and teachers, which explore the interplay between cultural discourses

World-Centred Education: A View for the Present (Biesta Gert)(Paperback)

This book makes an intervention in a long-standing discussion by arguing that education should be world-centred rather than child-centred or curriculum-centred. This is not just because education should provide students with the knowledge and skills to act effectively in the world, but is first and

Qualitative Research Methods: Collecting Evidence, Crafting Analysis, Communicating Impact (Tracy Sarah J.)(Paperback)

QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS THE DEFINITIVE STEP-BY-STEP RESOURCE FOR QUALITATIVE AND ETHNOGRAPHIC RESEARCH Qualitative Research Methods: Collecting Evidence, Crafting Analysis, Communicating Impact is a comprehensive guide on both the theoretical foundations and practical application of

Rollercoasters Wonder (Palacio R.J)(Paperback / softback)

Educational edition of this warm and moving novel about an ordinary boy with an extraordinary

Getting Started in Your Educational Research: Design, Data Production and Analysis (Opie Clive)(Paperback)

A one-stop shop for anyone undertaking educational research for the first time, this text focuses on the development and application of key skills necessary for successful research. Packed with useful exercises, checklists and case studies, this book will allow the reader to apply their skills

Adverse Childhood Experiences: Using Evidence to Advance Research, Practice, Policy, and Prevention (Asmundson Gordon G. J. G.)(Paperback)

Adverse Childhood Experiences: Using Evidence to Advance Research, Practice, Policy, and Prevention defines ACEs, provides a summary of the past 20 years of ACEs research, as well as provides guidance for the future directions for the field. It includes a review of the original ACEs Study,

Early Childhood Educational Research (Nutbrown Cathy)(Paperback)

Early Childhood educational research is a constantly evolving field. This book brings together Cathy Nutbrown's considerable knowledge and expertise in the field, to deliver a comprehensive and critical overview of national and international research. The strengths of various types of research, and

Conducting Your Pharmacy Practice Research Project (Smith Felicity J.)(Paperback)

This clear and concise handbook considers the stages of the research process in logical order, from planning of the project through to dissemination of the

Anxiety in Older People: Clinical and Research Perspectives (Byrne Gerard J.)(Paperback)

Historically, clinicians and researchers have focused on depression and dementia in older people, paying little attention to anxiety except as a complication of these disorders. However, increased research into late-life anxiety has seen a growth in scientific literature and clinical interest. This

Philosophy of Educational Research (Pring Richard)(Paperback)

This classic text in educational research literature has been thoroughly updated to take into account new philosophical theories and the current political context for educational research. Remaining, however, are the three, key central themes: the nature of social science in general; the nature of

The Cambridge Handbook of Personality Psychology (Corr Philip J.)(Paperback)

Research on personality psychology is making important contributions to psychological science and applied psychology. This second edition of The Cambridge Handbook of Personality Psychology offers a one-stop resource for scientific personality psychology. It summarizes cutting-edge personality

Attachment in Psychotherapy (Wallin David J.)(Paperback)

This eloquent book translates attachment theory and research into an innovative framework that grounds adult psychotherapy in the facts of childhood development. Advancing a model of treatment as transformation through relationship, the author integrates attachment theory with neuroscience, trauma

Decolonizing Educational Research: From Ownership to Answerability (Patel Leigh)(Paperback)

Decolonizing Educational Research examines the ways through which coloniality manifests in contexts of knowledge and meaning making, specifically within educational research and formal schooling. Purposefully situated beyond popular deconstructionist theory and anthropocentric perspectives, the

Utilitarianism: For and Against (Smart J. J.)(Paperback)

Two essays on utilitarianism, written from opposite points of view, by J. J. C. Smart and Bernard Williams. In the first part of the book Professor Smart advocates a modern and sophisticated version of classical utilitarianism; he tries to formulate a consistent and persuasive elaboration of the

Learning Theories Simplified: ...and How to Apply Them to Teaching (Bates Bob)(Paperback)

Are you struggling to get your head around John Dewey's educational pragmatism? What exactly is Jean Piaget saying about cognitive development? Maybe you're running out of time and patience making sense of Carol Dweck's mindsets? Have you reached breaking point reading Daniel T. Willingham on

How to Read and Understand Educational Research (Williams James)(Paperback)

How do education students effectively interpret the research that underpins much of their learning? How do they judge whether results are valid or relevant? This is the perfect guide to engaging with educational research. It explores how to read journal articles critically; what key academic terms

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue (Kershner Ruth)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue provides an overview of the range of possibilities for researching various forms of educational dialogue, underpinned by a coherent theoretical foundation. The authors, Kershner, Hennessy, Wegerif and Ahmed offer an integrated understanding of different

Encyclopedia of Biblical Prophecy (Payne J. Barton)(Paperback)

After twenty years of research, Dr. J. Barton Payne has compiled the one complete guide to Biblical prophecy. From the prediction of Adam's death in Genesis 2: 17 to the prophecy of mankind's perpetual worship of God in the new heaven and earth (Psalm 72:5), the ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLICAL PROPHECY

A Guide to Practitioner Research in Education (Menter Ian J.)(Paperback)

Written in friendly and accessible language, this concise guide includes numerous practical examples based on the authors′ extensive experience in the field. The authors provide information and guidance on developing research skills such as gathering and analyzing information and data, reporting

Scaffolding Language Development in Immersion and Dual Language Classrooms (Tedick Diane J.)(Paperback)

This book introduces research-based pedagogical practices for supporting and enhancing language development and use in school-based immersion and dual language programs in which a second, foreign, heritage, or indigenous language is used as the medium of subject-matter instruction. Using