One of the leading figures in men's studies and the study of masculinity, Jeff Hearn here explores the implications of debates on globalization and transnationalization for analyzing men, and in turn, the implications of debates on men for gendering globalization and transnationalization.

A guide to the terms and phrases that partially shape the origins, purpose, logic, meaning and methods of the practices known as qualitative inquiry, this Fourth Edition has 20 additional terms as well as a Readers' Guide.

This book is ideal for looking at research undertaken with limited funds, using a small sample of convenience, in a health care setting with the primary objective of improving client care and obtaining better client outcomes.

Provides 89 highly structured activities which encourage application-based learning of how to design and conduct evaluation studies.

This agenda-setting text brings together the biggest names in membership categorization analysis to provide readers with a contemporary analysis of the field and a platform to build upon when doing research.

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 is not yet another step-by-step guide to research methods. Rather, Pole and Hillyard draw the reader into fieldwork as a form of living and lived research. They take key threads of research practices and processes and weave them into a holistic approach to fieldwork.

Doing Fieldwork is a must read for new researchers planning a journey into the immersion of 'being there' that is field work." - Professor Garry Marvin, University of Roehampton Fieldwork is central to Sociology, but guides...

A non-intimidating approach to learning or reviewing math skills essential in quantitative research methods.

A cutting edge, practical guide to actor-centred social network analysis from the highly respected team at the University of Manchester.

Offering a systematic approach, this book bridges theoretical concepts with practical, how-to knowledge to support monitoring and evaluation training that makes a difference.