Applied Communication Research Methods
Getting Started as a Researcher
📘 About This Book
Applied Communication Research Methods: Getting Started as a Researcher demonstrates how to apply concepts to research problems, issues, projects, and questions that communication practitioners face every day. Recognizing that students engage more directly with research methods when they experience research through hands-on practice, authors Michael Boyle and Mike Schmierbach developed this text to demonstrate the relevance of research in professional roles and communication careers. Along with
📖 Zusammenfassung
Applied Communication Research Methods by Michael Boyle, published in 2015 and spanning 449 pages, is a comprehensive guide designed to demystify the research process for students and practitioners in the language arts and communication disciplines. The core premise of the book is that learners engage with research methods far more effectively when they participate in hands-on practice rather than merely memorizing theoretical concepts. Boyle and co-author Mike Schmierbach craft a textbook that bridges the gap between academic inquiry and the everyday challenges faced by communication professionals. Throughout the 449 pages, the text emphasizes how to apply foundational concepts directly to real-world research problems, issues, projects, and questions. By focusing on practical application, the book demonstrates the vital relevance of research in various professional roles and future communication careers. Rather than treating research methods as an abstract or intimidating subject, the
🎯 Wichtige Lektionen
⚖️ Vor- und Nachteile
✅ Vorteile
Starker Fokus auf praktische, reale Anwendungen für Kommunikationsprofis.
Ansprechendes Praxismodell, das über trockene Theorie hinausgeht.
Dient zugleich als erweitertes Glossar und Nachschlagewerk für Schlüsselbegriffe.
Enthält hilfreiche Einheitsaktivitäten und Funktionen, die aktives Lernen anleiten.
⚠️ Nachteile
Spezifisch für die Kommunikationsdisziplin, was den interdisziplinären Nutzen einschränken kann.
Starke Abhängigkeit von aktiver Teilnahme, erfordert dedizierte Zeit für Übungen.
❓ Häufige Fragen
Who authored Applied Communication Research Methods? +
The book was authored by Michael Boyle, with contributions from Mike Schmierbach.
When was the book published? +
It was published in 2015.
How many pages does the book contain? +
The book spans 449 pages.
What is the main pedagogical approach of the text? +
The text emphasizes hands-on practice, linking key concepts and terminology directly to practical exercises and in-unit activities.
Can the book be used as a reference tool? +
Yes, it doubles as an enhanced glossary and a superior reference for navigating key communication research concepts.
