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Doing Realist Research by Joanne Greenhalgh (2018, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherSAGE Publications, The Limited
ISBN-101473977894
ISBN-139781473977891
eBay Product ID (ePID)242715045
Product Key Features
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameDoing Realist Research
Publication Year2018
SubjectMethodology, Research
TypeNot Available
AuthorJoanne Greenhalgh
Subject AreaRéférence, Social Science
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight16.7 Oz
Item Length9.6 in
Item Width6.7 in
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LCCN2017-960434
ReviewsI wish all social science researchers would read this book - and then think much more carefully about the way they design and enact research studies. It sets out clearly the ideas of realistic or theory-driven evaluation, and brings together great wisdom and experience in doing such evaluations in practice., This book offers stimulating analyses of the development and application of a realist approach to evaluation, evidence synthesis, and empirical research generally. With illustrations from projects in which they have been involved, the authors illuminate key methodological topics, from the nature of causal mechanisms to the task of "impacting" on policymaking. Anyone with an interest in this approach, and especially in putting it into practice, will find the book essential reading., Doing Realist Research combines the foundations of the realist methodology with the very latest thinking in the application, and development, of the approach. From understanding mechanisms, and the formulation of programme theories, to understanding the role of complexity, and conducting economic evaluations. This engaging, easy to read book provides comprehensive advice and guidance for novices and experts alike., In using this book to inform my own research, in both public health and education, it was debates around the conceptualization of mechanisms (a central tenet in realist research), and the role of mechanisms within complex interventions and complex social environments which most captured my interest. These early chapters embody Campbell's (1998) 'disputative body of scholars' as the widely accepted definition of mechanism is challenged, debated, and adapted to meet the needs of the research presented, This is the book the realist community has been asking for. It offers "tricks of the realist trade", with useful tips for realist researchers and evaluators in areas from eliciting program theory and data gathering to understanding mechanisms. Reading the book is like eavesdropping on leaders in the field as they discuss each others' work, and indicate future directions for realist approaches. -- Emma Williams This book is a feast to read and work with. With hands-on advice about realist methods, utilization and fieldwork as well as in-depth discussions around mechanisms, theories, and epistemology, it deserves a very warm welcome from realist and social researchers alike. -- Frans L. Leeuw I wish all social science researchers would read this book - and then think much more carefully about the way they design and enact research studies. It sets out clearly the ideas of realistic or theory-driven evaluation, and brings together great wisdom and experience in doing such evaluations in practice. -- Kieran Walshe This book successfully combines cutting-edge accounts of the application of realist research with important discussions about its scope. Its appeal is enhanced by the inclusion of significant reflections on the development and current state of play of realist enquiry. -- Sam Porter This book offers stimulating analyses of the development and application of a realist approach to evaluation, evidence synthesis, and empirical research generally. With illustrations from projects in which they have been involved, the authors illuminate key methodological topics, from the nature of causal mechanisms to the task of "impacting" on policymaking. Anyone with an interest in this approach, and especially in putting it into practice, will find the book essential reading. -- Martyn Hammersley This important book provides detailed, practical advice on using realist theories and methods in program evaluation and social research. In particular, it is pathbreaking in demonstrating the value of integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches in realist research. -- Joseph Maxwell Doing Realist Research combines the foundations of the realist methodology with the very latest thinking in the application, and development, of the approach. From understanding mechanisms, and the formulation of programme theories, to understanding the role of complexity, and conducting economic evaluations. This engaging, easy to read book provides comprehensive advice and guidance for novices and experts alike. -- Christina Cooper The clear explanations of Programme Theories, Contexts and Mechanisms enable the novice realist researcher to understand the methodology and design their study effectively. There were a number of helpful hints presented, such as the online PubVenn tool that graphically represents the fruits of a literature search. This is a must-have text-book for researchers undertaking a Realist Synthesis or a Realist Evaluation study, particularly masters and doctoral students -- Kate Jack * https://www.nursingtimes.net/opinion/book-reviews/doing-realist-research/7026357.article * In using this book to inform my own research, in both public health and education, it was debates around the conceptualization of mechanisms (a central tenet in realist research), and the role of mechanisms within complex interventions and complex social environments which most captured my interest. These early chapters embody Campbell's (1998) 'disputative body of scholars' as the widely accepted definition of mechanism is challenged, debated, and adapted to meet the needs of the research presented -- Christina Cooper * International Journal of Research & Method in Education *, This is the book the realist community has been asking for. It offers "tricks of the realist trade", with useful tips for realist researchers and evaluators in areas from eliciting program theory and data gathering to understanding mechanisms. Reading the book is like eavesdropping on leaders in the field as they discuss each others' work, and indicate future directions for realist approaches., This important book provides detailed, practical advice on using realist theories and methods in program evaluation and social research. In particular, it is pathbreaking in demonstrating the value of integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches in realist research., This book is a feast to read and work with. With hands-on advice about realist methods, utilization and fieldwork as well as in-depth discussions around mechanisms, theories, and epistemology, it deserves a very warm welcome from realist and social researchers alike.
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal300.72
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
Table Of ContentIntroduction: Doing realist evaluation, synthesis and research - Nick Emmel, Joanne Greenhalgh, Ana Manzano, Mark Monaghan, and Sonia DalkinChapter 1: The middle range methodology of realist evaluation - Nick TilleyChapter 2: Making up mechanisms in realist research - Malcolm Williams Realists need mechanisms, so what are they?The epistemology and ontology of mechanismsMeasurement and evidenceSome mechanismsChapter 3: Understanding mechanisms in realist evaluation and research - Gill WesthorpConstructs of mechanismMechanisms in evaluationOpen systemsAlternate constructs of mechanismPowers and liabilitiesInteractionsProcessesReasoning and resourcesMultiple constructs of mechanismMechanisms and the context-mechanism relationshipChapter 4: Making claims using realist methods - Brad AstburyHistorical contextConducting realist evaluation: an illustrationThe set-upEnter middle-range theoryTricks of the realist tradeChapter 5: Theory and realist methods - Bruno Marchal, Guy Kegels and Sara Van BelleUsing realist evaluation in HPSR in low-resource settingsWith which theory to start?How to elicit the initial programme theoryChapter 6: Researching complex large scale nested interventions - David ByrneLarge scale interventionsDefining boundariesTraces of the conditions of a systemChapter 7: Using realist approaches to explain the costs and cost-effectiveness of programmes - Rob Anderson, Rebecca Hardwick, Mark Pearson, and Richard ByngWhat are realist evaluations?What are economic evaluations?How are they different from realist evaluation?Measurement vs explanation/theory-buildingCreating localised vs generalizable knowledgeWhat would more explanatory economic evaluation look like?Programme theories of cost-effectiveness - a worked exampleRefining the theories of cost-effectivenessChapter 8: Data gathering for realist reviews - Geoff WongGathering dataRelevant dataProgramme theoryRigour, data 'quality' and more...Chapter 9: Scoping and searching to support realist approaches - Andrew Booth, Judy Wright and Simon Briscoe The "realist search" and synthesisComplementary searching techniquesThe role of the information specialist in supporting realist approachesElements of a "realist search"Sources of programme theoriesChapter 10: Evidence from realist research, its influence and impact - Mark Monaghan and Annette Boaz Impact debatesThe emergence of the systematic reviewConsidering the emergence and reach of realist reviewSome provisional lessons from and for realist reviewAnalysing impactChapter 11: Realist research, guidelines and the politics of evidence - Mike Kelly EBM, clinical medicine and public healthEpistemic shiftsDeveloping the evidence base and guidelines in public health in practiceGuideline developmentRealism and EBM meet realpolitikChapter 12: Realist memorabilia - Ray PawsonThe test of timeCMO revisitedUtilisation
SynopsisBringing together leading theorists, researchers and policy makers with expertise in using realist methods, this book is a definitive guide to putting realist methodologies into practice., Bringing together leading theorists, researchers and policy makers with expertise in using realist methods, this book is a definitive guide to putting realist methodologies into practice. Not just an overview of the field, this book looks to extend current debates and apply realist methods to new and practical challenges in social research. Featuring practical, worked examples of how to turn theory into evidence, it empowers readers not just to understand realist methods, but to use them. It will help readers: - Negotiate the complexity of relational systems - Understand the importance and relevance of cumulative theory - Address concerns over data sources and quality - Be flexible and creative in realist approaches - Produce useful evidence for policy. Sophisticated and globally minded, this book is the perfect addition to the ongoing development and application of realist methods across evaluation, synthesis, and social research.
LC Classification NumberQ180.55.M4
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