Putting Social Science to Work

The Ground between Theory and Use Explored through Case Studies in Organisations

Lisl Klein author Ken Eason author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:18th Feb '10

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The authors examine various issues in the use of theories, methods and findings in fourteen case studies in Britain and Germany.

Lisl Klein and Ken Eason examines various issues involved when attempts are made to make use of the theories, methods and findings of the social sciences in practical affairs in fourteen case studies in Britain and Germany. This book will be invaluable to social scientists as well as to potential clients in the world of business and industry.In this book, first published in 1991, Lisl Klein and Ken Eason look at the various issues involved when attempts are made to make use of the theories, methods and findings of the social sciences in practical affairs. They consider how human and social considerations may be successfully integrated with technical and economic ones in the design and development of organisations and work. Their study is both empirical and theoretical. Its core is the examination of fourteen case studies from manufacturing and service organisations in Britain and Germany. The book concludes with a discussion of what contributes to a successful practice. Its findings will be invaluable to all social scientists interested in the application of their disciplines as well as to potential clients in the world of business and industry.

ISBN: 9780521378482

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm

Weight: 430g

288 pages