Lisa Harrison

Political Research: An Introduction has been designed to provide an excellent starting point for those new to the area of Research Methods. It assumes no prior knowledge of the subject and sets out the key issues involved in doing research in Politics. This second edition continues to guide students through a complex and often daunting subject by exploring the many concepts associated with the field, as well as offering practical advice on research practices and information resources. Key features:Boxed case studies in each chapter to illustrate and clarify key concepts, and highlight the practical use of different research methodsIllustrated by examples from across politics drawn from (comparative) politics and international relationsglossary, giving easy access to definitions of key termsWebsite containing sample material, extra case studies, important links, and essential resources for both teachers and students New to this edition generally updated throughout with revised case studies and examples more comparative/IR examples more emphasis on ontological and epistemological arguments surrounding the value of political research more on ethics more navigation to assist with the different types of assessment regimes students have to engage with

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An Introduction. An excellent starting point for those new to the area of Research Methods, this work assumes no prior knowledge of the subject and sets out the key issues involved in doing research in politics.

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Politics: The Key Concepts is an up-to-date and broad-ranging introduction to the terms that lie at the heart of political discourse. Entries are drawn from areas such as political theory, international politics, political science and methodology. As well as explaining core, established principles, this informative guide explores some of the more complex, topical and contested concepts from the world of politics. Concepts covered include:CapitalismClassIdentityInstitutionalismReferendumMarxismPluralismPostmodernismSocialismSocial ConstructivismIn an accessible A-Z format with helpful cross-referencing and suggestions for further reading, Politics: The Key Concepts is an invaluable reference for all students of politics, international relations and related courses.

Politics: The Key Concepts is an up-to-date and broad-ranging introduction to the terms that lie at the heart of political discourse. Entries are drawn from areas such as political theory, international politics, political science and methodology. As well as explaining core, established principles, this informative guide explores some of the more complex, topical and contested concepts from the world of politics. Concepts covered include:CapitalismClassIdentityInstitutionalismReferendumMarxismPluralismPostmodernismSocialismSocial ConstructivismIn an accessible A-Z format with helpful cross-referencing and suggestions for further reading, Politics: The Key Concepts is an invaluable reference for all students of politics, international relations and related courses.

Learn how to make social media work for your business with Social Media Mastery. The resource has been designed to give business owners and marketing professionals essential business skills and knowledge, which can be applied immediately in the workplace. This book will give you all the knowledge and confidence you need to use a variety of digital tools, from the planning phase right through to analysing and reporting on a digital campaign. With the information in this book you will be able to: -Write and implement a digital strategy to support your business aims and objectives. -Rethink and integrate your traditional marketing. -Understand the fundamentals of social media, e-commerce, websites, mobile applications, email, cloud computing, networking online and digital marketing. -Use digital channels for customer service. -Use key social media tools to network effectively. -Develop and maintain business networks using social media. -Establish and maintain business relationships using social media. -Evaluate which online networking sites to join. -Promote a crisp, clear representation of yourself or your business so others want to get to know you. Who should read this book? - Those in communications roles who want to formalise their social networking knowledge or gain professional development in social media marketing. - Those who recognise social media marketing as a growing field of work and want to learn how to become a 'social media manager', just one of the new career opportunities arising in this new economy. - Those who are on social media but aren't getting the results they'd like or who want to place their company or business online but don't where to start.

From action research to validity, this innovative and informative text is an invaluable guide to a variety of core research concepts in both political science and international relations. Key Features: - Each entry is consistently structured, providing: a clear definition, a focused explanation, a summary of current debates and areas of research, further reading, and references to other related concepts. - Explains how and why particular research methods are used and highlights alternative research concepts and strategies. - Cross-relates entries, enabling you to dip in to topics and follow threads throughout the book. - Packed with illuminating examples to help you to apply theory to the 'real world' of political analysis. An essential companion for students of Politics and International Relations at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

From action research to validity, this innovative and informative text is an invaluable guide to a variety of core research concepts in both political science and international relations. Key Features: - Each entry is consistently structured, providing: a clear definition, a focused explanation, a summary of current debates and areas of research, further reading, and references to other related concepts. - Explains how and why particular research methods are used and highlights alternative research concepts and strategies. - Cross-relates entries, enabling you to dip in to topics and follow threads throughout the book. - Packed with illuminating examples to help you to apply theory to the 'real world' of political analysis. An essential companion for students of Politics and International Relations at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Political Research: An Introduction has been designed to provide an excellent starting point for those new to the area of Research Methods. It assumes no prior knowledge of the subject and sets out the key issues involved in doing research in Politics. It guides students through a complex and often daunting subject by exploring the many concepts associated with the field, as well as offering practical advice on research practices and information resources. Features and benefits of this textbook include: * boxed case studies in each chapter to illustrate and clarify key concepts, and highlight the practical use of different research methods * a useful glossary, giving easy access to definitions of key terms * a dedicated web-site containing sample material, extra case studies, important links, and essential resources for both teachers and students.

Political Research: An Introduction has been designed to provide an excellent starting point for those new to the area of Research Methods. It assumes no prior knowledge of the subject and sets out the key issues involved in doing research in Politics. It guides students through a complex and often daunting subject by exploring the many concepts associated with the field, as well as offering practical advice on research practices and information resources. Features and benefits of this textbook include: * boxed case studies in each chapter to illustrate and clarify key concepts, and highlight the practical use of different research methods * a useful glossary, giving easy access to definitions of key terms * a dedicated web-site containing sample material, extra case studies, important links, and essential resources for both teachers and students.