Postpositivism and Educational Research

By D.C. Phillips and Nicholas C. Burbules

Book Overview

This volume presents in a forthright and lively way, an account of the philosophical position generally identified as 'Postpositivistic' that undergirds much of mainstream research in education and the related social sciences. The discussion throughout is informed by recent developments in philosophy of science. This book argues that, while there is much to be learned from recent critiques regarding truth in research, traditional scientific values and assumptions are not outmoded.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0847691225
• ISBN13: 9780847691227
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

An Excellent Introduction to Postpositivism

This is very good primer on postpositivism for those doing research in education--well written, easy to follow, and quite short! Highly recommended!