"The Principles of Knowledge Creation" is an essential guide to the various methods of collating, explaining and understanding research data. It provides an overview of the possibilities and opportunities that exist in the research world, and demonstrates the pluralism of scientific approaches and methods. The book explores research tools and techniques in the context of objectifying and interpreting science, and the application of critical science methods. An exhaustive range of research methods are examined by subject specialists from varied social science backgrounds, including management, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, psychology and pedagogy.They illustrate that no single knowledge creation approach can be applied to all enquiries or studies, and that different interpretations and approaches can lead to the founding of new knowledge and explanations. This fascinating, hands-on approach promises to inspire students and researchers to experiment with new and different methods of solving their research problems. As such, it will strongly appeal to all those with an interest in research and research data within the social sciences.
1. Quantitative Investigations: Design, Sampling and Analysis by Magnus Sverke.
2. Quantitative Methods: The Art of Measuring What You Want Measured by Magnus Sverke.
3. Grounded Theory by Bengt Gustavsson.
4. Case Study Research by Evert Gummesson.
5. Hermeneutics in Research Practice by Per-Johan Odman.
6. Aesthetic Perspective: Hermeneutics of Action by Pierre Guillet de Monthoux.
7. Ethnography by Christina Garsten.
8. Introspection by Maria Frostling-Henningsson.
9. Narrative Analysis by Herve Corvellec.
10. Thought Experiments by Soren Haggqvist.
11. Face-to-Face Research: Interviews, Conversations and Dialogues by Bjorn Bjerke.
12. The Internet Revolution and the Social Scientist by Conny Svenning.
13. The Art of Referencing by Bengt Gustavsson.