An Introduction to Methodological Problems of Field Studies in Disasters (Classic Reprint): A Special Report Prepared for the Committee on Disaster Studies - Couverture souple

Killian, Lewis M.

9781333181062: An Introduction to Methodological Problems of Field Studies in Disasters (Classic Reprint): A Special Report Prepared for the Committee on Disaster Studies

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ISBN 10 : 133318106X ISBN 13 : 9781333181062

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Practical methods for field studies in disasters help you collect valid data under chaotic conditions.

This guide introduces the common problems researchers face when studying disasters and shows how to adapt methods to real-crisis settings. It emphasizes planning, careful data collection, and thoughtful analysis to produce meaningful findings. In clear, accessible terms, the text explains how disaster context creates special challenges—from sampling and choosing informants to securing cooperation and interpreting data. It stresses that there are no one-size-fits-all answers, and the competent investigator must tailor approaches to the moment, design, and context.

How to frame research problems that fit disaster settings and time pressures
Strategies for selecting subjects, informants, and points of observation
Approaches to data collection that minimize bias and protect participants
Guidance on analyzing data with attention to situational factors and memory effects

Ideal for readers of disaster studies, field researchers, and professionals involved in emergency management or policy planning who need practical, evidence-based methods for studying crisis situations.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 133318106X
ISBN 13: 9781333181062
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Nombre de pages: 47
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An Introduction to Methodological Problems of Field Studies in Disasters

Lewis M. Killian

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book exhorts scholars and disaster relief proponents to use evidence-based, methodical approaches when researching disasters, as opposed to the hasty and subjective accounts that have characterized much of the field to date. The author incisively articulates the significant challenges of disaster research, including difficulties in subject selection, data collection, and the need to isolate variables and control for extraneous influences. The book also emphasizes the importance of disaster research for understanding and responding to a range of catastrophic events including storms, earthquakes, and disease outbreaks. By weaving together real-world examples and insightful theoretical reflections, the author provides practical, useful guidance for anyone interested in conducting research on disasters. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781333181062_0

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