The Foundations of Research (Macmillan Research Skills) - Softcover

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Jonathan Grix is Reader in Sport Policy and Politics at the University of Birmingham, UK.

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‘Provides a clear and practical guide to the tools and terminology of research which will be invaluable for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students.’ – Wyn Grant, University of Warwick, UK

‘This excellent book provides a uniquely clear and concise introduction to research – in particular its often confusing terminology. It is also my own go-to reference when I feel I need a refresher on some of the basics.’ – Rob Ackrill, Nottingham Trent University, UK

‘There is no other book which provides students with such a student-friendly guide to the building blocks of contemporary research.’ – Andrew Holmes, University of Hull, UK

As a student, you need to be clear about the assumptions upon which research is based and how this reflects each stage of the research process. If you have the right equipment and know how to employ it, the research process becomes easier and quicker.

The third edition of this accessible introduction to research will show you how to conduct comprehensive, effective research. It also:

• Covers the tools, terminology and research perspectives you need to engage in academic debates and complete essays, dissertations and theses
  
• Includes an extensive glossary of key terms
  
• Introduces the key debates in research, including ‘inductive versus deductive research’
  
• Explains the core components of research, such as ontology, epistemology, methodology, methods and sources
  
• Features guidance on sourcing quality academic material online, new content on ‘Q’ methodology, and updated examples throughout
  

Whichever subject you study, this book will be an essential companion during your research projects.

Jonathan Grix is Professor in Sports Policy at Manchester Metropolitan University.