One of the most difficult things students within higher education have to learn is how to argue. Indeed, if there is one key intellectual distinction between tertiary and secondary education it is that the former requires, indeed insists, that students must be able to evidence intellectual autonomy. In other words, students need to be able to argue. "How to Argue "aims to address the fears which may surround this need. Being asked to present an argument is a challenge. It is probably the most difficult thing most students will be asked to do at university. However, by applying the techniques described in this book students approach it with ease. Packed with exercises, examples and case studies, the chapters take students through the techniques of forming an academic argument, from contradictions and tensions, to empirical adequacy, structure and presentation. "Practical Social Investigation" provides, within a single text, an introduction to a wide range of both long-standing and newer social research methods. Its balanced and integrated coverage of qualitative and quantitative approaches demonstrates that they can be complementary.
While research practice is emphasised, readers are encouraged to reflect on methodological issues as well as being provided with tools for their own research. This coherent, accessibly written book draws upon the authors' extensive experience of conducting research and teaching research methods. Numerous examples, based on real research studies, illustrate key issues in a way that acknowledges both the messiness and the creativity of social research. This Multi Pack consists of Bonnett's 'How to Argue' (0130 193240) and Pole's 'Practical Social Investigation' (0136168485).
- ISBN10 0582843715
- ISBN13 9780582843714
- Publish Date 7 August 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 26 May 2007
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pearson Education Limited
- Format Paperback
- Language English