Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods: A Practical Guide to Exploring Personal Meanings - Softcover

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<span style="color: black;">This book provides a comprehensive overview of personal construct psychology (PCP) that will help researchers understand the why's, what's and how's of conducting a rigorous constructivist research project.</span>

<span style="color: black;">From the theoretical underpinnings of constructivist approaches to the practical values of these techniques, these three expert authors explain how to conduct interpretative, constructivist research from inception to completion. Key topics include:</span>

• <span style="color: black;">Understanding research philosophies and paradigms</span>
• <span style="color: black;">Constructing and exploring personal realities</span>
• <span style="color: black;">Establishing effective research procedures</span>
• <span style="color: black;">Evaluating grids, mapping, narrative and other research methods</span>
• <span style="color: black;">Managing the practicalities of fieldwork</span>
• <span style="color: black;">Analysing and presenting data</span>

<span style="color: black;">With activities and procedural examples from a wide range of disciplines woven throughout the text and two special chapters featuring in-depth case studies from a variety of constructivist researchers, this book helps readers grasp the tools, designs, and opportunities of interpretative research.</span>

<span style="color: black;">An essential companion for both researchers and practitioners looking to understand people s values, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, or motivations!   </span>

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