With a grounding in both theory and practice, this book focuses on the use and consumption of case studies to show readers the value and effectiveness of using this research method for their projects.

A diverse, detailed, and thought provoking exploration of modern society, focusing on Scott Lash's concept of 'intensive' (as opposed to expansive) culture. An innovative new work from a major theorist.

An accessible introduction to statistics written specifically for education students in the changing educational landscape.

Covering a range of concepts and methodological techniques, this second edition provides readers with an original examination of critical ethnography.

Provides a view of Narrative Analysis to include personal documents, interactive dimensions of storytelling and how circumstances shape narrative production.

The handy guide that helps readers better understand the process of research, from the initial asking of questions through to the analysis and interpretation of data leading to a final report - and everything in between.

An introduction to the concepts, assumptions, and practical implementation procedures involved in common types of projects based on hierarchical linear modelling, multilevel modelling, or linear mixed modelling.

Concise and unintimidating, the fifth edition of this bestselling book is the only pragmatic, quick-start guide to the main theories, issues, and approaches to insider action research.

A comprehensive overview of the fundamental philosophical and methodological problems characteristic of the social sciences, as well as the main approaches and schools of thought within the discipline.

A major new contribution to the field of qualitative data analysis, this book sets out the theory and practice of dialogical approaches.