Author: Michael D. Fischer
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415018197
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This examines the research activities covered by social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting visual and aural data as well as possible applications of knowledge-based models.As increasing numbers of social anthropologists use a computer for wordprocessing, interest in other applications inevitably follows, Computer Applications in Social Anthropology covers research activities shared by all social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting data. Lucidly written, and sympathetic to the particular needs of social anthropologists, it will be of immense value to researchers and professionals in anthropology, development studies and sociology
Applications in Computing for Social Anthropologists
Author: Michael D. Fischer
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415018197
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This examines the research activities covered by social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting visual and aural data as well as possible applications of knowledge-based models.As increasing numbers of social anthropologists use a computer for wordprocessing, interest in other applications inevitably follows, Computer Applications in Social Anthropology covers research activities shared by all social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting data. Lucidly written, and sympathetic to the particular needs of social anthropologists, it will be of immense value to researchers and professionals in anthropology, development studies and sociology
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415018197
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This examines the research activities covered by social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting visual and aural data as well as possible applications of knowledge-based models.As increasing numbers of social anthropologists use a computer for wordprocessing, interest in other applications inevitably follows, Computer Applications in Social Anthropology covers research activities shared by all social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting data. Lucidly written, and sympathetic to the particular needs of social anthropologists, it will be of immense value to researchers and professionals in anthropology, development studies and sociology
Applications in Computing for Social Anthropologists
Author: Michael Fischer
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134978421
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
As increasing numbers of social anthropologists use a computer for wordprocessing, interest in other applications inevitably follows, Computer Applications in Social Anthropology covers research activities shared by all social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting data. Lucidly written, and sympathetic to the particular needs of social anthropologists, it will be of immense value to researchers and professionals in anthropology, development studies and sociology
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134978421
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
As increasing numbers of social anthropologists use a computer for wordprocessing, interest in other applications inevitably follows, Computer Applications in Social Anthropology covers research activities shared by all social anthropologists and introduces new methods for organizing and interpreting data. Lucidly written, and sympathetic to the particular needs of social anthropologists, it will be of immense value to researchers and professionals in anthropology, development studies and sociology
Visual Methods in Social Research
Author: Marcus Banks
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1473926815
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
The Second Edition of this popular text confirms the book’s status as an important forerunner in the field of visual methods. Combining the theoretical, practical and technical the authors discuss changing technologies, the role of the internet and the impact of social media. Presenting an interdisciplinary guide to visual methods they explore both the creation and interpretation of visual images and their use within different methodological approaches. This clear, articulate book is full of practical tips on publishing and presenting the results of visual research and how to use film and photographic archives. This book will be an indispensable guide for anyone using or creating visual images in their research.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1473926815
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
The Second Edition of this popular text confirms the book’s status as an important forerunner in the field of visual methods. Combining the theoretical, practical and technical the authors discuss changing technologies, the role of the internet and the impact of social media. Presenting an interdisciplinary guide to visual methods they explore both the creation and interpretation of visual images and their use within different methodological approaches. This clear, articulate book is full of practical tips on publishing and presenting the results of visual research and how to use film and photographic archives. This book will be an indispensable guide for anyone using or creating visual images in their research.
The SAGE Handbook of Social Anthropology
Author: Richard Fardon
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144626601X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1186
Book Description
In two volumes, the SAGE Handbook of Social Anthropology provides the definitive overview of contemporary research in the discipline. It explains the what, where, and how of current and anticipated work in Social Anthropology. With 80 authors, contributing more than 60 chapters, this is the most comprehensive and up-to-date statement of research in Social Anthropology available and the essential point of departure for future projects. The Handbook is divided into four sections: -Part I: Interfaces examines Social Anthropology′s disciplinary connections, from Art and Literature to Politics and Economics, from Linguistics to Biomedicine, from History to Media Studies. -Part II: Places examines place, region, culture, and history, from regional, area studies to a globalized world -Part III: Methods examines issues of method; from archives to war zones, from development projects to art objects, and from ethics to comparison -Part IV: Futures anticipates anthropologies to come: in the Brain Sciences; in post-Development; in the Body and Health; and in new Technologies and Materialities Edited by the leading figures in social anthropology, the Handbook includes a substantive introduction by Richard Fardon, a think piece by Jean and John Comaroff, and a concluding last word on futures by Marilyn Strathern. The authors - each at the leading edge of the discipline - contribute in-depth chapters on both the foundational ideas and the latest research. Comprehensive and detailed, this magisterial Handbook overviews the last 25 years of the social anthropological imagination. It will speak to scholars in Social Anthropology and its many related disciplines.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144626601X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1186
Book Description
In two volumes, the SAGE Handbook of Social Anthropology provides the definitive overview of contemporary research in the discipline. It explains the what, where, and how of current and anticipated work in Social Anthropology. With 80 authors, contributing more than 60 chapters, this is the most comprehensive and up-to-date statement of research in Social Anthropology available and the essential point of departure for future projects. The Handbook is divided into four sections: -Part I: Interfaces examines Social Anthropology′s disciplinary connections, from Art and Literature to Politics and Economics, from Linguistics to Biomedicine, from History to Media Studies. -Part II: Places examines place, region, culture, and history, from regional, area studies to a globalized world -Part III: Methods examines issues of method; from archives to war zones, from development projects to art objects, and from ethics to comparison -Part IV: Futures anticipates anthropologies to come: in the Brain Sciences; in post-Development; in the Body and Health; and in new Technologies and Materialities Edited by the leading figures in social anthropology, the Handbook includes a substantive introduction by Richard Fardon, a think piece by Jean and John Comaroff, and a concluding last word on futures by Marilyn Strathern. The authors - each at the leading edge of the discipline - contribute in-depth chapters on both the foundational ideas and the latest research. Comprehensive and detailed, this magisterial Handbook overviews the last 25 years of the social anthropological imagination. It will speak to scholars in Social Anthropology and its many related disciplines.
Computer Analysis and Qualitative Research
Author: Dr Nigel G G Fielding
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9781446228159
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
The use of computers in qualitative research has redefined the way social researchers handle qualitative data. Two leading researchers in the field have written this lucid and accessible text on the principal approaches in qualitative research and show how the leading computer programs are used in computer-assisted qualitative data analysis (CAQDAS). The authors examine the advantages and disadvantages of computer use, the impact of research resources and the research environment on the research process, and the status of qualitative research. They provide a framework for developing the craft and practice of CAQDAS and conclude by examining the latest techniques and their implications for the evolution of qualitative research.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9781446228159
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
The use of computers in qualitative research has redefined the way social researchers handle qualitative data. Two leading researchers in the field have written this lucid and accessible text on the principal approaches in qualitative research and show how the leading computer programs are used in computer-assisted qualitative data analysis (CAQDAS). The authors examine the advantages and disadvantages of computer use, the impact of research resources and the research environment on the research process, and the status of qualitative research. They provide a framework for developing the craft and practice of CAQDAS and conclude by examining the latest techniques and their implications for the evolution of qualitative research.
Information Technology For The Social Scientist
Author: Ray Lee University of London.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134218141
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Accessible and practical overview to help social reseachers make the most of information technology in relation to research design and selection, management and analysis of research data. The book pinpoints current and future trends in computer-assisted methods.; This book is intended for postgraduate and undergraduate social research methods courses and professional social researchers in sociology, social policy and administration, social psychology and geography. Particular appeal to courses in computer applications for social scientists and researchers.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134218141
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Accessible and practical overview to help social reseachers make the most of information technology in relation to research design and selection, management and analysis of research data. The book pinpoints current and future trends in computer-assisted methods.; This book is intended for postgraduate and undergraduate social research methods courses and professional social researchers in sociology, social policy and administration, social psychology and geography. Particular appeal to courses in computer applications for social scientists and researchers.
The use of computers in anthropology
Author: Dell H. [ed] Hymes
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
ISBN: 3111718107
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 565
Book Description
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
ISBN: 3111718107
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 565
Book Description
Social Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Author: Dasgupta, Subhasish
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1605669857
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 2409
Book Description
Uncovers the growing and expanding phenomenon of human behavior, social constructs, and communication in online environments.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1605669857
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 2409
Book Description
Uncovers the growing and expanding phenomenon of human behavior, social constructs, and communication in online environments.
Computer Applications in the Social Sciences
Author: Edward E. Brent
Publisher: Temple University Press
ISBN: 9780877226666
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Presenting an introduction to computing and advice on computer applications, this book examines hardware and software with respect to the needs of the social scientist. It offers a framework for the use of computers, with focus on the 'work station', the center of which is a personal computer connected to networks by a telephone-based modem.
Publisher: Temple University Press
ISBN: 9780877226666
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Presenting an introduction to computing and advice on computer applications, this book examines hardware and software with respect to the needs of the social scientist. It offers a framework for the use of computers, with focus on the 'work station', the center of which is a personal computer connected to networks by a telephone-based modem.
Folk
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description