Conceptual Analyses of Curriculum Inquiry Methodologies

Conceptual Analyses of Curriculum Inquiry Methodologies is a comprehensive text that provides concise descriptions and elements of curriculum inquiry methodologies, enabling researchers to choose the most appropriate form for their study. It covers topics such as quantitative methods, globalization, and educational criticism and includes examples of published studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 315 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2021
Publisher: IGI Global

The field of curriculum inquiry has experienced a remarkable surge in growth over the past four decades, leading to the emergence of numerous innovative approaches to curriculum research. These diverse methodologies serve as valuable tools for addressing unique curriculum-related inquiries. However, there is a scarcity of comprehensive texts that provide concise descriptions and essential elements of curriculum inquiry methodologies, aimed at guiding researchers in selecting the most appropriate form of inquiry for their studies.

To address this gap, Conceptual Analyses of Curriculum Inquiry Methodologies offers a valuable contribution. This book consists of chapters dedicated to specific forms of inquiry, each presenting a conceptual analysis of the methodology, its purposes, its application, structure, and organization. The authors, who are renowned scholars with extensive firsthand experience in these forms of inquiry, have authored these chapters. They not only provide a deep understanding of the methodology but also offer insightful examples of published studies that have employed the respective approach. Furthermore, they share valuable insights into the types of data collection instruments and forms of data generated through these methodologies, as well as suggest research questions that can be addressed through their specific form of inquiry.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including quantitative methods of inquiry, glocalization, and educational criticism. It serves as an essential resource for curriculum designers, doctoral students, doctoral researchers, university faculty, professors, researchers, and academicians. By providing a comprehensive and insightful exploration of various curriculum inquiry methodologies, Conceptual Analyses of Curriculum Inquiry Methodologies contributes to the advancement of curriculum research and practice.

Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781799888499