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Theory Construction And Modelbuilding Skills: A Practical Guide For Social Scientists (Methodology In The Social Sciences Serie
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This Accessible, Handson Text Has Now Been Revised And Updated, With Expanded Coverage Of Topics Including How Theory May Emerge From Exploratory Data Analysis. The Book Prepares Graduate Students, New Researchers, And Even Seasoned Investigators To Develop Their Own Theories And Build On Existing Ones. Concrete Strategies Are Provided To Help Readers Generate Ideas, Define Constructs, And Think Through Relationships And Processes That Link Constructs. Compelling Examples From Multiple Disciplines Illustrate The Use Of Quantitative, Qualitative, And Mixed Methods Orientations To Theory Construction. The Text Also Offers Practical Advice For Writing Effectively About Theories In Papers And Grant Applications. Readers Learn By Doing Via Application And Concept Exercises, Demonstration Boxes, And Practical Guidelines. The Extensive Companion Website (Www.Theoryconstruction.Com) Includes Powerpoint Slides Of All Of The Books Figures, Primers On Advanced Topics, Video Demonstrations, Supplemental Exercises, And Other Resources.New To This Edition*Emergent Theory Is Now Covered In Mixed Methods As Well As Qualitative Approaches, Plus In A New Chapter On Exploratory Quantitative Methods That Can Help Generate New Theory Through Data Mining.*Chapter On Whether And How To Revise A Theory When Faced With Disconfirmatory Data.*Two Chapters On The Theoretical Underpinnings Of Measurement Practices.*New Or Expanded Discussions Of What Constitutes A Theoretical Contribution, Conceptual Logic Models, Thought Experiments, And More.Pedagogical Features*Application And Concept Exercises In Every Chapter.*Lists Of Key Terms And Engaging Topical Boxes.*Annotated Suggestions For Further Reading.*New Companion Website With Rich Resources For Students And Instructors.*Chapters Stand On Their Own And Can Be Used In Any Order.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Theory Construction and Model-Building Skills'? A: The book focuses on guiding social scientists in developing theories and building on existing ones through hands-on strategies and examples from various disciplines.
- Q: Who is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for graduate students, new researchers, and seasoned investigators in the social sciences.
- Q: What new topics are covered in the second edition? A: The second edition includes expanded coverage on emergent theory in mixed methods, a chapter on revising theories with disconfirmatory data, and discussions on theoretical contributions and conceptual logic models.
- Q: Are there practical exercises included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes application and concept exercises in every chapter to help readers engage with the material actively.
- Q: How does this book assist with writing about theories? A: It offers practical advice for effectively writing about theories in academic papers and grant applications, along with illustrative examples.
- Q: Is there a companion website for additional resources? A: Yes, the companion website offers PowerPoint slides, video demonstrations, supplemental exercises, and other valuable resources for students and instructors.
- Q: What are the key features of the book? A: Key features include annotated suggestions for further reading, lists of key terms, engaging topical boxes, and chapters that can be read in any order.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: The second edition was published on February 6, 2020.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book contains 522 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Theory Construction and Model-Building Skills'? A: The author of the book is James Jaccard.