Summary
Contents
Subject index
This book is designed for students of Politics and International Relations at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. It provides explanations of fifty core concepts in political research methods and, uniquely, explains how these methods can be used in International Relations. Where relevant, alternative research concepts and strategies are suggested. Each ‘concept’ will incorporate a simple definition, a focused explanation, an examination of key debates and areas of research, along with cross-references to other related concepts. This format allows students and researchers alike to utilise the text either as a companion to specific modules, or on a ‘dip into’ basis. Key Features: - Provides an overview of the place of each concept in Politics and International Relations under the headings: meaning, origins and current usage. - Concepts are grouped into sections corresponding to the main themes usually covered in teaching. - Relevant concepts in the book are emboldened and linked by listing at the end of each concept - Guidance is provided to further reading on each of the concepts discussed.
Secondary Analysis
Secondary Analysis
As a researcher, you may be engaged in the process of creating new data, be it by carrying out a survey interviewing political actors or analysing the content of news stories, and this is referred to as primary data analysis. However, it is often the case that we re-evaluate existing quantitative and qualitative data. This may be because we do not have the time or resources to create new data or we may not be able to access those we wish to study (imagine you want to contrast attitudes towards human rights over a long period). Indeed, much comparative analysis is based on the existence of secondary data sources in multiple countries. For example, Inglehart and Norris’ (2003) study of gender equality ...
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