Innovation In Teaching Of Research Methodology Excellence Awards 2017

Not that many years ago academics spoke about there being individuals who were teachers and other individuals who were researchers. The suggestion was that teachers were not necessarily competent researchers and equally it was not necessarily clear that good researchers would make good teachers. There may have been some truth in this and maybe there still is. However, the main thrust of universities have been that research is the sine qua non for an academic career. This being the case all academics, whether they are designated as teachers or researchers, need to know something about research methodology and research methods. It is for this reason that the European Conference on Business Research Methods has had a substantial following the last 16 years. But as well as having academics present research papers on the topic of research methodology for business and management studies we have been interested to elicit and record examples of good practice in the teaching of this important topic. For this reason we established the Excellence Awards in this field three years ago. This publication contains the entries from the shortlisted contestants and gives the reader a good overview of the type of issues which academics are coping with in classrooms today in various parts of the world.

This anthology consists of 30 case histories describing the teaching of research methodologies which have been selected from over 100 submissions which were presented at European Conferences of Research Methods over the past 4 years. These is a diverse range of examples from many parts of the world showcasing different aspects of teaching research.

We continue to be encouraged by the interest which has been shown in these Excellence Awards, as we believe that the case histories recorded here are a valuable asset to those who are trying to improve their teaching of research methodology in the social sciences.

The Innovation in the Teaching of Research Methods Excellence Awards is an established annual event. We continue to be encouraged by the interest which has been shown in these Excellence Awards, as we believe that the case histories recorded here are a valuable asset to those who are trying to improve their teaching of research methodology in the social sciences. Initially 7 submissions were received, and 5 contenders were invited to submit a full case history describing their initiative. These case histories were double-blind peer reviewed, and this publication contains the entries of the shortlisted contestants. We are once again pleased to see the global reach these Awards have with contributions this year from India, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

Changing Art into Research: Soliloquy Methodology presents a research methodology that enables inquiry into one’s personal experiences in an endeavour to reveal essential commonalities of human experience. Arts-informed research methods are becoming increasingly popular with scholars in Arts, Education and the Social Sciences, but there is often confusion about how to turn arts practice into rigorous inquiry. This book examines the theoretical perspectives needed to inform these research approaches, which are often missing in methods teaching and research. Soliloquy is a new methodology that interprets and applies Husserl’s philosophical concept of Transcendental Phenomenology. It marries together the synthesizing powers of the unconscious mind with the analytical capacities of conscious cognition and articulation. It further explores the possibility that both cognitive and intuitive ways of knowing are valid and appropriate for academic inquiry, provided these methods are aligned through a philosophically consistent, theoretical framework. This book will be of great interest to academics and postgraduate students engaged in arts-based qualitative research and those doing an arts-based practice dissertation.

The pressing necessity to overhaul education systems to align with the demands of the contemporary world rises. Transforming Education for Personalized Learning delves into the imminent challenges besieging education, offering pragmatic solutions to metamorphose classrooms into dynamic learning environments with research, real-world illustrations, and expert perspectives. It scrutinizes fundamental shifts required in pedagogical methods, curriculum construction, assessment frameworks, and the judicious integration of technology. Central to its philosophy is the accentuation of personalized learning, the cultivation of critical thinking, and the nurturing of creativity and collaboration among students. Emphasizing an inclusive and equitable educational system, the book discerns the varied needs and strengths of learners. It advocates for a future where educators evolve into facilitators of learning, armed with strategies to adapt teaching styles, embrace innovative pedagogies, and craft engaging and purposeful learning experiences. It underscores the imperative for a paradigm shift in education, cognizant of the demands of the 21st century. It advocates for personalized learning approaches that cater to individual strengths, interests, and learning styles. The book also explores innovative teaching methodologies, instructional design, and the effective integration of technology to enhance critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. The book targets educators, school leaders, policymakers, teacher educators, parents, educational researchers, students, professional development providers, educational consultants, advocacy groups, and non-profits.

Based around research into marketing education and marketing practice, Marketing Skills in Practice: Developing a Successful Marketing Career helps students embarking on their career to develop their professional identity, as well as the key skills required by employers in the industry. Divided into four core sections, the book begins with an overview of the field of marketing. Section two shows students how to relate practice to their own transferable skills, while section three gives students the opportunity to consider how they lead, develop, and manage within marketing. Section four provides students with the opportunity to reflect on their own learning and identify what knowledge and skills they have enhanced for their future careers. Fundamentally, the book identifies the key skills required in the marketing industry whilst also addressing the challenge of developing a career in leading and managing in a marketing context. Theoretical aspects are applied through real-life cases, practical examples and a themed case study, coupled with tasks that allow students to test and apply their knowledge to a workplace scenario, all of which are adaptable for hybrid teaching methods. Unique in its focus on employability, this text is suitable for all marketing students embarking on a career in the field, and particularly as core reading for any modules based on Marketing in Practice and Professional Development. Online resources include PowerPoint slides for lecturers and an instructor’s manual, which includes lesson plans, tasks, suggested answers, and a test bank with answers.

This book pursues an interdisciplinary approach to open a discourse on innovative methodologies and practices associated with narrative and metaphor. Scholars from diverse fields in the humanities and social sciences report on how they use narrative and/or metaphor in their scholarship/research to arrive at new ways of seeing, thinking about and acting in the world. The book provides a range of methodological chapters for academics and practitioners alike. Each chapter discusses various aspects of the author’s transformative methodologies and practices and how they contribute to the lives of others in their field. In this regard, the authors address traditional disciplines such as history and geography, as well as professional practices such as counselling, teaching and community work.