Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization
A practical guide for conducting research in organizations
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:5th Apr '19
Should be back in stock very soon
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£108.00(9781526458810)
This practical guide offers essential insights into insider action research, making Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization an invaluable resource for practitioners.
The fifth edition of Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization stands out as a pragmatic and accessible guide for those interested in insider action research. This bestselling book offers a concise overview of key theories, issues, and methodologies, making it a perfect starting point for both novices and experienced researchers. The author, David, adopts a friendly and encouraging approach, ensuring that readers feel supported as they navigate the complexities of conducting research within their own organizations.
David's mentorship shines through as he not only calms the nerves of his audience but also builds their confidence. He provides practical advice on designing research that is tailored to the unique challenges and constraints of each environment. This edition is designed to empower readers by equipping them with the tools they need to succeed in their research endeavors.
Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization serves as a comprehensive do-it-yourself toolkit, featuring real-world case studies, author video tips, annotated templates, and progress checklists. Additionally, it includes a wealth of resources such as journal articles and weblinks for further reading. This hands-on manual is thorough yet straightforward, ensuring that readers have all the essential information needed to understand and effectively conduct insider action research.
Clear and engaging, this updated and enhanced edition is essential reading for anyone interested in insider action research. It provides a comprehensive guide to the processes and challenges of action research, as well as helpful reflective exercises and recommended resources. I would highly recommend to students, novice researchers and academic supervisors of all disciplines.
-- Jane JervisThis seminal text about insider action research will guide and inspire readers through content, exercises and compelling practical examples. David writes with high integrity as he personifies how to be attentive, humble and responsible when inquiring with people into the organizational dynamics they want to change.
-- Danielle ZandeeGrounded in research and thoughtful reflection, David Coghlan’s fifth edition of Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization offers an accessible new structure, and conceptual illustrations provide highly useful guidance that is well-tailored to the student’s own learning journey.
-- Birgit Helene JevnakerThe book is life-changing for me as a management practitioner and academic researcher. It has led me to acquire the habit of reflection and consequently, depth in my analysis and practice. No other book could have guided me in this manner.
-- Cristine Margaret R. AtienzaA book that recognises and values the way people engaging in insider action research put their ‘heart and soul’ into the endeavour. It
speaks to the heart, whilst also providing insights into how best to use ‘our heads and hands’ as insider action researchers. -- Edel Roddy * Action Learning: Research and Practice, Routled
ISBN: 9781526458827
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 420g
240 pages
5th Revised edition