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This book could be a great read for social studies scholars, both new and experienced. The authors provide a collection of personal experiences and reflections on the key issues related to the design and implementation of empirical studies, including the conceptualization of research questions, relationships with participants, researchers' identities, and elicitation of students' and teachers' thinking. Their use of varied research methods in diverse settings makes this book unique and a valuable resource for social studies researchers seeking to expand their research methodologies.

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This volume fills a significant gap in the scholarship on social studies education by providing thoughtful reflections on research methods in the field. It is not a "how to"guide but an exploration of key issues related to the design and implementation of empirical studies. The authors are active researchers who use varied methods in diverse settings”including historical research, international comparative studies, survey research, interviews with students and teachers, classroom observations, self-studies and action research, and emancipatory methodologies. They use their own experiences to examine such topics as the conceptualization of research questions, relationships with participants, researchers' identities, and elicitation of students' and teachers' thinking. This collection should become indispensable for both beginning and experienced scholars in social studies.

Research Methods in Social Studies Education : Contemporary Issues and Perspectives

ISBN: 9781593114534
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $67.79
Authors: Keith C. Barton
Date of Publication: 2006-03-01
Format: Paperback
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This book could be a great read for social studies scholars, both new and experienced. The authors provide a collection of personal experiences and reflections on the key issues related to the design and implementation of empirical studies, including the conceptualization of research questions, relationships with participants, researchers' identities, and elicitation of students' and teachers' thinking. Their use of varied research methods in diverse settings makes this book unique and a valuable resource for social studies researchers seeking to expand their research methodologies.

Riley is your virtual thrift companion, and here to help you find your next favourite read. You can also find in-stock similar reads linked by topic and genre here!

This volume fills a significant gap in the scholarship on social studies education by providing thoughtful reflections on research methods in the field. It is not a "how to"guide but an exploration of key issues related to the design and implementation of empirical studies. The authors are active researchers who use varied methods in diverse settings”including historical research, international comparative studies, survey research, interviews with students and teachers, classroom observations, self-studies and action research, and emancipatory methodologies. They use their own experiences to examine such topics as the conceptualization of research questions, relationships with participants, researchers' identities, and elicitation of students' and teachers' thinking. This collection should become indispensable for both beginning and experienced scholars in social studies.