| Online Research Methods in Urban and Planning Studies: Design and Outcomes Contributor(s): Silva, Carlos Nunes (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1466600748 ISBN-13: 9781466600744 Publisher: Information Science Reference OUR PRICE: $166.25 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Public Policy - City Planning & Urban Development - Architecture | Urban & Land Use Planning - Social Science | Sociology - Urban |
| Dewey: 307.121 |
| LCCN: 2011042106 |
| Series: Premier Reference Source |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 8.6" W x 11.1" (3.00 lbs) 490 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Researchers are retiring conventional paper-and-pencil research methods and embracing an expanded array of online methodological options. In urban and planning studies, new digital tools, data accessibility, and online applications are changing how urban planning research is conducted. Online Research Methods in Urban and Planning Studies: Design and Outcomes provides an overview of online research methods in urban and planning studies, exploring and discussing new digital tools and Web-based research methods, as well as the scholarly, legal, and ethical challenges associated with their use. Chapters from academics and professionals give an informed overview of groundbreaking online resources, review their strengths and shortcomings, and provide practical guidance on how to apply these new methods, online tools, and evolving data acquisition techniques. |
