This book highlights major quantitative and qualitative methods and approaches used in the field of urban analysis. The respective chapters cover the background and relevance of various approaches to urban studies and offer guidance on implementing specific methodologies. Each chapter also provides links to real-world examples. The book is unique in its focus on Australian examples and subject matter, presented by recognized experts in the field.
Spis treści
Chapter 1: Why Urban Analysis.- Chapter 2: The research process. Chapter 3: Secondary data.- Chapter 4: Conducting survey research.- Chapter 5: Focus Group.- Chapter 6: Content analysis.- Chapter 7: In-depth interviewing.- Chapter 8: Observation as data collection.- Chapter 9: Analyzing quantitative urban data.- Chapter 10: Analyzing qualitative urban data.- Chapter 11: Writing urban analysis.
O autorze
Trained in economics and urban sociology, Scott Baum currently teaches urban analysis and research methods and design at Griffith University, Queensland, Australia. He has published more than 100 scientific papers, book chapters and conference papers and has led or been involved in research projects worth AUD 13 million. His research has utilized a broad range of approaches including both quantitative and qualitative methods; in addition, he has offered research methods training and workshops both in Australia and overseas.
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