Research and Education

An Introduction to Methods, Approaches and Processes

Sam Shields (University of Hull, UK), Alina Schartner, Will Curtis (University of Warwick, UK) , Mark Murphy (Reader in Education, University of Glasgow, Scotland)

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Routledge
24 December 2024

Philosophy & theory of education; Higher & further education, tertiary education

Series: Foundations of Education Studies

This core text, now in its second edition, provides an easy-to-read, comprehensive introduction to educational research that will develop your understanding of research strategies, theories and methods, giving you the confidence and enthusiasm to discuss and write about your research effectively.

Specifically written for undergraduate education studies students, the book guides you through the process of planning a research project, the different research methods available and how to carry out your research and write it up successfully. Highlighting the theoretical and methodological debates and discussing important ethical and practical considerations, the book is structured to help you tackle all the different aspects of your project from writing your literature review, designing a questionnaire and analysing your data to the final writing up. This new edition is updated throughout with activities, case studies and further reading lists.

New chapters include:

Mixed-methods research. Narrative inquiry. Creative and visual research methods. Extended chapter on research with children and vulnerable groups.

Part of the Foundations of Education Studies series, this timely new edition is essential reading for students undertaking a research methods course or a piece of educational research.

By: Sam Shields (University of Hull UK), Alina Schartner, Will Curtis (University of Warwick, UK), Mark Murphy (Reader in Education, University of Glasgow, Scotland)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 174mm,
Weight: 390g
ISBN: 9781032942100
ISBN 10: 103294210X
Series: Foundations of Education Studies
Pages: 206
Publication Date: 24 December 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sam Shields is Senior Lecturer in Education at Newcastle University, UK. Alina Schartner is Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics at Newcastle University, UK. Will Curtis is Professor and Deputy Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education, Quality and Standards) at the University of Warwick, UK. Mark Murphy is Reader in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Glasgow, UK.