Visualizing Social Science Research: Maps, Methods, & MeaningThis introductory text presents basic principles of social science research through maps, graphs, and diagrams. The authors show how concept maps and mind maps can be used in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research, using student-friendly examples and classroom-based activities. Integrating theory and practice, chapters show how to use these tools to plan research projects, "see" analysis strategies, and assist in the development and writing of research reports. |
Contents
Chapter 1 Visualizing Social Science Research | 1 |
Theory Definitions and Approaches | 21 |
Using Concept Maps in Quantitative Social Science Research | 39 |
Using Mind Maps in Qualitative Research | 79 |
Theories Models and Measures | 113 |
Using Maps and Diagrams to Organize Write and Reflect on Research | 149 |
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Visualizing Social Science Research: Maps, Methods, & Meaning Johannes Wheeldon,Mauri K. Ahlberg No preview available - 2011 |
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