An Introduction to Interdisciplinary Research: Theory and Practice (Perspectives on Interdisciplinarity) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9462981841 ISBN 13: 9789462981843

Publisher: Amsterdam University Press, 2016

Synopsis

One of the major areas of emphasis in academia in recent years has been interdisciplinary research, a trend that promises new insights and innovations rooted in cross-disciplinary collaboration. This book is designed to help students understand the tools required for stepping beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries and applying knowledge and insights from multiple fields. Relentlessly focused on practical applications, the book will enable students to plan and execute their own interdisciplinary research projects.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. M. Keestra is assistant professor (UD) at the University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Science, Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies and President-elect at the Association for Interdisciplinary Studies. Prof. S.B.J. Menken is Professor at the University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Science, Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics and Scientific Director of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies.

Review

"This concise handbook, edited by Menken and Keestra (both, Univ. of Amsterdam, Netherlands), strives to provide interested European-centered researchers with the essentials of beginning interdisciplinary theory and step-by-step practice, even including an interdisciplinary career section. It succeeds as a clear, solid overview to show why and how to create common ground among disparate researchers examining complex questions. Complexity and integration are the hallmarks of interdisciplinarity, allowing for the fresh synthesis of insights that complement and connect perspectives from different disciplines." (Choice)

Edition details

• Publisher: Amsterdam University Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 9462981841
• ISBN 13: 9789462981843
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 132
• Editor: Menken PROF. DR. Steph, Keestra DR. Machiel