This rigorous volume focuses on the underlying perspectives justifying the major approaches currently being used in educational research. Introductory chapters

This introductory text, now in its fourth edition, is a classic in its field. It shows, first and foremost, the importance of philosophy in educational debate a

Three issues feature as the central themes throughout this book: the nature of social science in general; the nature of educational enquiry in particular; and t

This book provides an accessible introduction to the philosophy of educational research. A historical-philosophical journey presents the development of research

The training of educational researchers now requires a thorough introduction to philosophical issues. This book synthesizes the relevant areas of philosophy of