Mixed Methods in Social Inquiry - Couverture souple

Greene, Jennifer C.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0787983829 ISBN 13 : 9780787983826

Editeur : Jossey-Bass, 2007

Synopsis

Mixed Methods in Social Inquiry This timely text addresses the theory and practice of mixing inquiry methodologies in program evaluation and other forms of applied educational and social research. It covers roots of the contemporary interest in mixing methods, various conceptualizations of mixed method design and analysis and challenges of mixed method practice. Full description

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture :

"This is an excellent addition to the literature of integrated methodology. The author has skillfully integrated diverse ways of thinking about mixed methods into a comprehensive and meaningful framework. By providing detailed examples, she makes it easy for both the students and the practitioners to understand the intricate details and complexities of doing mixed methods research. On the other hand, by comparing, contrasting, and bridging multiple perspectives about mixed methods, she has made this book very relevant and useful to seasoned scholars of mixed methodology."
Abbas Tashakkori, Frost Professor and coordinator, educational research and evaluation methodology, Department of Educational and Psychological Studies, Florida International University, founding coeditor, Journal of Mixed Methods Research

"Jennifer Greene′s book is an exquisite and indispensable map for those who are ready for the challenge of genuinely mixing methods."
Michael Quinn Patton, author, Utilization–Focused Evaluation and Qualitative Research and Evaluation Methods

"Jennifer Greene′s ′mixed methods way of thinking′ takes us beyond the mechanics of the process and toward the multifaceted understandings which only those methods can generate."
Charles Teddlie, distinguished professor of education, Louisiana State University

"This is an important book that provides valuable insights into the theory and design of mixed methods studies and down–to–earth practical guidance, both presented in a clear and engaging writing style."
Joseph A. Maxwell, associate professor, Graduate School of Education, George Mason University

"This is an important book that will be a key text for social scientists and graduate students with an interest in the rapidly evolving field of mixed methods research. It also provides researchers with many insights into mixed methods practice."
Alan Bryman, professor of organizational and social research, School of Management, University of Leicester

"This is the best available book on the topic for both scholars and students."
Mary Lee Smith, regents professor, Arizona State University

Biographie de l'auteur :

Jennifer C. Greene is professor in quantitative and evaluative research methodologies, Department of Educational Psychology, College of Education, at the University of Illinois, Champaign.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Jossey-Bass
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0787983829
• ISBN 13: 9780787983826
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 232