Theory Building in Educational Research

ISBN-13: 9781441198778 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 224 str.

Nigel C. Kettley

Opis

A comprehensive exploration of the issues surrounding of concept generation and theory building in educational research, drawing on international research.

Spis treści

List of Tables and Figures Glossary Preface Part I: Introduction: Crisis and Corrections 1. The Crisis of Theory Building and Theory in Educational Research 2. Towards Powerful and Productive Theory Building and Theory Part II: The Interface of Theory and Method 3. Paradigm Wars: Philosophies, Methodologies and Theory Building 4. Making Sense Together? An Alternative Model of Theory Building Part III: Educational Theory Building in Practice 5. The Practical Foundations of Theory Building 6. Interpretation and Imagination: Developing Theoretical Frameworks Part IV: Conclusion: Prospects and Promises 7. Theory Building, Social Explanation and Education Policy 8. Promoting Change: The Promise and Pitfalls of Theory Building References Index