Visualizing Social Science Research: Maps, Methods, & Meaning

Description

Presenting basic principles of social science research through maps, graphs, and diagrams, this book shows how concept maps and mind maps can be used in quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research, using student-focused examples and classroom based activities. Chapters explore how these tools can be used to plan research projects, "see" analysis strategies, and assist in the compilation and development of written research papers. The book integrates theory and practice of concept mapping in a concise and readable format, with easy to follow examples and activities. Contents Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors 1 Visualizing Social Science Research 2 Concept Maps and Mind Maps: Theory, Definitions, and Approaches 3 Scoring and Statistics: Using Concept Maps in Quantitative Social Science Research 4 From the Ground Up: Using Mind Maps in Qualitative Research 5 Mapping Mixed-Methods Research: Theories, Models, and Measures 6 Putting It All Together: Using Maps and Diagrams to Organize, Write, and Reflect on Research 7 Maps, Limitations, and Considerations: New Directions in Social Science Research Appendix A: Example Research Participant Protection Form Checklist Appendix B: Example of Informed Consent Form Index