Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods: A Practical Guide to Exploring Personal Meanings 1st Edition

This book provides a comprehensive overview of personal construct psychology (PCP) that will help researchers understand the why?s, what?s and how?s of conducting a rigorous constructivist research project. From the theoretical underpinnings of constructivist approaches to the practical values of these techniques, these three expert authors explain how to conduct interpretative, constructivist research from inception to completion. Key topics include: Understanding research philosophies and paradigms Constructing and exploring personal realities Establishing effective research procedures Evaluating grids, mapping, narrative and other research methods Managing the practicalities of fieldwork Analysing and presenting data With activities and procedural examples from a wide range of disciplines woven throughout the text and two special chapters featuring in-depth case studies from a variety of constructivist researchers, this book helps readers grasp the tools, designs, and opportunities of interpretative research. An essential companion for both researchers and practitioners looking to understand people?s values, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, or motivations! Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods: A Practical Guide to Exploring Personal Meanings 1st Edition is written by Pam Denicolo; Trevor Long; Kim Bradley-Cole and published by Sage Publications Ltd (UK). ISBNs for Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods are 9781473988132, 1473988136 and the print ISBNs are 9781473930292, 1473930294. Additional ISBNs include 9781473987371, 9781526402653, 9781473930308.