Problems in International Comparative Research in the Social Sciences
Title | Problems in International Comparative Research in the Social Sciences PDF eBook |
Author | Netherlands. Nationale UNESCO-Commissie |
Publisher | Pergamon |
Pages | 204 |
Release | 1979 |
Genre | Social Science |
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Problems in International Comparative Research in the Social Sciences
Title | Problems in International Comparative Research in the Social Sciences PDF eBook |
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Pages | 0 |
Release | 1979* |
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International Comparative Research
Title | International Comparative Research PDF eBook |
Author | Manfred Niessen |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 185 |
Release | 2013-10-22 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1483158896 |
International Comparative Research: Social Structures and Public Institutions in Eastern and Western Europe is a seven-chapter book prepared for the Second International Seminar on Cross-National Comparative Research. Chapters 1 and 2 describe developments in comparative research on social structure and comparisons of social mobility in different socio-economic systems. Subsequent chapters explore structural changes and mobility in a capitalist and a socialist society; comparative research on public institutions; a comparative perspective on social problems and the law; and comparison of public institutions, their organization, and procedures. The last chapter considers high level public officials in Eastern and Western European countries.
International Comparative Research
Title | International Comparative Research PDF eBook |
Author | Linda Hantrais |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Pages | 208 |
Release | 2008-11-12 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1137068841 |
This authoritative book examines the what, why and how of international comparative research. It offers a comprehensive topic-based overview of the theory and practice of comparative research and addresses the possible concerns of those both funding the research and using the findings. Drawing on illustrations from the extensive international literature as well as real-life comparative studies, the chapters guide readers through the many stages in the research process, from research design and data collection to the analysis and interpretation of findings. In a book that crosses national, societal, cultural and disciplinary boundaries, the author: - Pinpoints practical problems and directs readers to tried and tested solutions, including multiple method strategies. - Draws on examples of policy transfer to examine how comparative research can inform policy making - Provides guidance on the management of international research teams and projects This resource is the ultimate reference tool for students, researchers and practitioners undertaking comparative research projects in international settings across the social sciences and humanities.
International Studies in Social Sciences
Title | International Studies in Social Sciences PDF eBook |
Author | James N. Rosenau |
Publisher | SAGE Publications, Incorporated |
Pages | 162 |
Release | 1973-08 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN |
International Comparative Research
Title | International Comparative Research PDF eBook |
Author | Manfred Niessen |
Publisher | Pergamon |
Pages | 200 |
Release | 1982 |
Genre | Reference |
ISBN |
Cross National Research Methods
Title | Cross National Research Methods PDF eBook |
Author | Linda Hantrais |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 262 |
Release | 1996-01-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9781855673458 |
This is a resource book for social scientists engaged in cross-national comparative research. It critically examines the methodological and managerial issues which arise from such work, with a particular focus on the economic and social policy agenda of the European Union. Experts from across Europe and from different disciplinary backgrounds draw upon their own experience of conducting cross-national comparisons to offer well-informed guidance on how to overcome the pitfalls and problems they have encountered.