Description
Product ID: | 9781446273494 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Title: | Doing International Research |
Subtitle: | Global and Local Methods |
Authors: | Author: Christopher Williams |
Page Count: | 334 |
Subjects: | Research methods: general, Research methods: general |
Description: | Select Guide Rating Focussing on the global nature of research in today’s society, this book takes the reader through the process of designing, conducting and analysing a research project within the context of international networks, cultural signifiers and technological advancements. This energetic and thought-provoking book encourages a reflexive, non-nationalistic approach to doing world research and sets out how to understand, plan, do and use this research. Williams introduces a range of frameworks, from desk-based studies and traditional ethnography to the use of internet, satellites, robots, drones and ‘big data’, and provides exciting, interdisciplinary examples. This book is presented in a clear international style and uses creative approaches to researching peoples, places and world systems. It explains:
The book is also accompanied by a website, with the following features: For Students
For Lecturers
Built upon the foundations of the author’s 30 years of research experience, and including original case studies from international students, this is an essential guide for anyone in the social sciences using or doing international and global research. |
Imprint Name: | Sage Publications Ltd |
Publisher Name: | Sage Publications Ltd |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2015-06-01 |