Postpositivism and Educational Research
Author | : Denis Charles Phillips |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 118 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 0847691225 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780847691227 |
Rating | : 4/5 (227 Downloads) |
Download or read book Postpositivism and Educational Research written by Denis Charles Phillips and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2000 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents in a forthright and lively way, an account of the philosophical position generally identified as Postpositivistic that undergirds much of mainstream research in education and the related social sciences. The discussion throughout is informed by recent developments in philosophy of science. This book argues that, while there is much to be learned from recent critiques regarding truth in research, traditional scientific values and assumptions are not outmoded. Visit our website for sample chapters!