Handbook of Public Sociology

Handbook of Public Sociology
Author: Vincent Jeffries
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages: 506
Release: 2009-07-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 074256648X

Public sociology—an approach to sociology that aims to communicate with and actively engage wider audiences—has been one of the most widely discussed topics in the discipline in recent years. The Handbook of Public Sociology presents a comprehensive look at every facet of public sociology in theory and practice. It pays particular attention to how public sociology can complement more traditional types of sociological practice to advance both the analytical power of the discipline and its ability to benefit society. The volume features contributions from a stellar list of authors, including several past presidents of the American Sociological Association such as Michael Burawoy, a leading proponent of public sociology. The first two sections of the Handbook of Public Sociology look at public sociology in relation to the other three types of practice—professional, policy, and critical—with an emphasis on integrating the four types into a holistic model of theory and practice. Subsequent sections focus on issues like teaching public sociology at various levels, case studies in the application of public sociology, and the role of public sociology in special fields in the discipline. The concluding chapter by Michael Burawoy, a past president of the American Sociological Association and a leading proponent of public sociology, addresses current debates surrounding public sociology and presents a constructive vision for the future that embraces and improves upon all four types of sociology. The Handbook of Public Sociology with its examination not only of public sociology but also of how it can enhance and complement other types of practice, transcends differences in the field and will appeal to a wide range of academics, students, and practitioners.

The Routledge International Handbook of Public Sociology

The Routledge International Handbook of Public Sociology
Author: Leslie Hossfeld
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2021-07-21
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1000408280

This book brings together the work of public sociologists from across the globe to illuminate possibilities for the practice of public sociology and the potential for international exchange in the field. In addition to sections devoted to the history, theory, methodology and possible future of public sociology, it offers a series of concrete case studies of public sociology practice from experienced scholars and practitioners, addressing core themes including the role of students in public sociology, the production of knowledge by communities and the sharing of knowledge with a view to having an influence on policy. Presenting research that is truly global in scope, The Routledge International Handbook of Public Sociology provides readers with the opportunity to consider the possibilities that exist for international collaboration in their work and reflect on future directions. As such, it will appeal to scholars across the social sciences with interests in research with public impact.

Research Handbook on Analytical Sociology

Research Handbook on Analytical Sociology
Author: Manzo, Gianluca
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2021-12-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1789906857

Providing an up-to-date portrait of the concepts and methods of analytical sociology, this pivotal Research Handbook traces the historical evolution of the field, utilising key research examples to illustrate its core principles. It investigates how analytical sociology engages with other approaches such as analytical philosophy, structural individualism, social stratification research, complexity science, pragmatism, and critical realism, exploring the foundations of the topic as well as its major explanatory mechanisms and methods.

Research Handbook on the Sociology of the Family

Research Handbook on the Sociology of the Family
Author: Norbert F. Schneider
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 479
Release: 2021-06-25
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1788975545

Exploring how family life has radically changed in recent decades, this comprehensive Research Handbook tracks the latest developments and trends in scholarly work on the family. With a particular focus on the European context, it addresses current debates and offers insights into key topics including: the division of housework, family forms and living arrangements, intergenerational relationships, partner choice, divorce and fertility behaviour.

Research Handbook on Environmental Sociology

Research Handbook on Environmental Sociology
Author: Franzen, Axel
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2021-11-19
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1800370458

This Research Handbook presents the state of the art of empirical sociological research on the causes of, and solutions to, pressing environmental problems. It provides cutting-edge insights into some of the most urgent challenges facing humanity, including anthropogenic climate change and environmental pollution. The contributors argue that profound collective efforts to protect the environment are vital for sustainable development and offer practical solutions to specific contemporary issues.

Research Handbook on the Sociology of Education

Research Handbook on the Sociology of Education
Author: Rolf Becker
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 621
Release: 2019
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1788110420

Presenting original contributions from the key experts in the field, the Research Handbook on the Sociology of Education explores the major theoretical, methodological, empirical and political challenges and pressing social questions facing education in current times.

Research Handbook on the Sociology of Law

Research Handbook on the Sociology of Law
Author: Jiří Přibáň
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2020-12-25
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1789905184

This unique Research Handbook maps the historical, theoretical, and methodological concepts in sociology of law, exploring the rich and complex nature of this area of research. It argues that sociology of law flourishes due to its strong capacity for interdisciplinary engagement and links to other scientific concepts, methodologies and research fields.

The Public and Their Platforms

The Public and Their Platforms
Author: Carrigan, Mark
Publisher: Policy Press
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2021-06-09
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1529201055

Cutting across multiple disciplines, this book maps out a new role for the public sociologist in the post-COVID world. It envisions a new kind of public sociology that brings together “the digital” and the “physical” to create public spaces where critical scholarship and active civic engagement can meet in a mutually reinforcing way.

Handbook of Classical Sociological Theory

Handbook of Classical Sociological Theory
Author: Seth Abrutyn
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 714
Release: 2021-11-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3030782050

This is the first handbook focussing on classical social theory. It offers extensive discussions of debates, arguments, and discussions in classical theory and how they have informed contemporary sociological theory. The book pushes against the conventional classical theory pedagogy, which often focused on single theorists and their contributions, and looks at isolating themes capturing the essence of the interest of classical theorists that seem to have relevance to modern research questions and theoretical traditions. This book presents new approaches to thinking about theory in relationship to sociological methods.

Handbook of Causal Analysis for Social Research

Handbook of Causal Analysis for Social Research
Author: Stephen L. Morgan
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2013-04-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9400760949

What constitutes a causal explanation, and must an explanation be causal? What warrants a causal inference, as opposed to a descriptive regularity? What techniques are available to detect when causal effects are present, and when can these techniques be used to identify the relative importance of these effects? What complications do the interactions of individuals create for these techniques? When can mixed methods of analysis be used to deepen causal accounts? Must causal claims include generative mechanisms, and how effective are empirical methods designed to discover them? The Handbook of Causal Analysis for Social Research tackles these questions with nineteen chapters from leading scholars in sociology, statistics, public health, computer science, and human development.