Research methods in international relations /
Lamont, Christopher K.
Research methods in international relations / Christopher Lamont. - 1st edition. - x, 189 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 174-180) and index.
Introduction --
1. Research methods in international relations --
2. Research questions and research design --
3. Research ethics --
4. Writing a literature review --
5. Qualitative methods in international relations --
6. Quantitative methods in international relations --
7. Mixed methods research in international relations --
8. Case study research in international relations --
9. Field research in international relations --
10. Writing up your research
This book guides you through the entirety of the research process in International Relations, from selecting a research question and reviewing the literature to field research and writing up. Covering both qualitative and quantitative methods in IR, it offers a balanced assessment of the key methodological debates and research methods within the discipline.
The book:
- Is specifically focussed on research methods used in International Relations.
- Spans the entire research process from choosing a research question to writing up.
- Provides practical research methods guidance.
- Introduces you to broader methodological debates and brings together contemporary research from empirical and interpretive traditions.
- Is packed with examples and suggestions for further reading.
Research Methods in International Relations is essential reading for both undergraduate and postgraduate students taking Research Methods courses in International Relations, Politics, Security and Strategic Studies.
9781446286043 9781446286050
International relations--Research--Methodology
JZ1234 / .L36 2015
327.072
Research methods in international relations / Christopher Lamont. - 1st edition. - x, 189 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 174-180) and index.
Introduction --
1. Research methods in international relations --
2. Research questions and research design --
3. Research ethics --
4. Writing a literature review --
5. Qualitative methods in international relations --
6. Quantitative methods in international relations --
7. Mixed methods research in international relations --
8. Case study research in international relations --
9. Field research in international relations --
10. Writing up your research
This book guides you through the entirety of the research process in International Relations, from selecting a research question and reviewing the literature to field research and writing up. Covering both qualitative and quantitative methods in IR, it offers a balanced assessment of the key methodological debates and research methods within the discipline.
The book:
- Is specifically focussed on research methods used in International Relations.
- Spans the entire research process from choosing a research question to writing up.
- Provides practical research methods guidance.
- Introduces you to broader methodological debates and brings together contemporary research from empirical and interpretive traditions.
- Is packed with examples and suggestions for further reading.
Research Methods in International Relations is essential reading for both undergraduate and postgraduate students taking Research Methods courses in International Relations, Politics, Security and Strategic Studies.
9781446286043 9781446286050
International relations--Research--Methodology
JZ1234 / .L36 2015
327.072