Autonomy in social science research the view from United Kingdom and Australian universities

• Other Authors: Kayrooz, Carole, 1952-, ôkerlind, Gerlese, Tight, Malcolm
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Amsterdam ; Oxford : Elsevier JAI, 2006.
• Series: International perspectives on higher education research ; v. 4.
• Subjects: Social sciences > Research > Great Britain.; Social sciences > Research > Australia.; Academic freedom > Great Britain.; Academic freedom > Australia.; elektronické knihy; electronic books
• ISBN: 9781849504812; 1849504814; 9780762314058; 0762314052
• ISSN: 1479-3628 ;
• DOI: 10.1016/S1479-3628(2007)4
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (230 p).

This book examines how and why autonomy matters in contemporary social science research. It considers how autonomy impacts upon the individual researcher, the cultures and values of the university, and research motivation and sponsorship. The authors provide a better understanding of the interplay b...