New Frontiers in Empirical Labour Law Research: Facing Outwards

New Frontiers in Empirical Labour Law ResearchFacing OutwardsThis edited collection draws together papers delivered at a symposium on New Frontiers in Empirical Labour Law Research held at the University of Cambridge in April 2014. It contains contributions from established and emerging experts across a range of disciplines (including employment relations, industrial psychology, sociology, economics and political science) to consider four broad themes: the case for empiricism in labour law; the potential for mixed methods; methodological possibilities and insights from other disciplines; and practical challenges and words of caution for those conducting empirical research. This collection seeks to cultivate confidence and competence in empirical methods among both established and young labour law scholars, through an intergenerational and interdisciplinary ‘lessons learned’ dialogue. It contributes to the broader debate regarding empirical research methods in labour law, and casts light on how empirical research can be conducted in highly contested fields to enhance labour law policy-making. This collection aims to inspire labour lawyers to embark upon new forms of empirical research, both to enrich their existing research projects, and to ask new research questions. It offers the first stage of a collaborative and interdisciplinary dialogue on empirical labour law research, to emphasise the importance of collaboration and intergenerational mentoring in building empirical capacity.Additional ISBNs9781849466783New Frontiers in Empirical Labour Law Research: Facing Outwards 1st Edition is written by Amy Ludlow,Alysia Blackham and published by Hart Publishing. ISBNs for New Frontiers in Empirical Labour Law Research are 9781509903580, 1509903585 and the print ISBNs are 9781509917068, 1509917063. Additional ISBNs include 9781849466783.