| Description |
1 online resource (130 pages) : illustrations |
| Series |
Perspectives on Interdisciplinarity ; volume 2 |
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Perspectives on Interdisciplinarity ; volume 2
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| Contents |
Acknowledgements - Preface -- Chapter 1: The Handbook -- 'The What' -- 1.1 Introduction -- 1.2 What Is Science? A Brief Philosophy Of Science -- 1.3 The Disciplines -- 1.4 Interdisciplinarity -- 1.5 Complexity: The Main Driving Force Behind Disciplinarity -1.6 Interdisciplinary Integration -- Chapter 2: The Manual -- 'The How' -- 2.1 Introduction -- 2.2 The Interdisciplinary Research Process -- 2.3 The Problem -- 2.4 Theoretical Framework And Research Question -- 2.5 How To Collect And Analyze The Data-2.6 Discussion And Conclusion(S) -- 3.1 Interdisciplinary Research Example -- 3.2 Interdisciplinary Careers -- Further Reading -- References |
| Summary |
One of the major areas of emphasis in academia in recent years has been interdisciplinary research, a trend that promises new insights and innovations rooted in cross-disciplinary collaboration. This book is designed to help students understand the tools required for stepping beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries and applying knowledge and insights from multiple fields. Relentlessly focused on practical applications, the book will enable students to plan and execute their own interdisciplinary research projects |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed July 5, 2016) |
| Subject |
Interdisciplinary research -- Methodology.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Keestra, Machiel, editor
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Menken, S. B. J., editor
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| ISBN |
9048531616 (electronic bk.) |
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9789048531615 (electronic bk.) |
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