Linking Theory and method in higher education research: book review
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Higher education research. Qualitative research. Theory. Method. Participatory methods.Abstract
Review of Jeroen Huisman and Malcolm Tight editors’ book: Theory and method in higher education research, volume 2, 2016. The book presents 12 chapters written by 14 authors from ten countries in three continents, demonstrating a collaborative working capacity in the field of higher education research. They link theory, method and methodologies in a clear and strong way.
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