Research and Writing in International Relations - Softcover

Roselle, Laura; Spray, Sharon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 032127766X ISBN 13: 9780321277664

Publisher: Pearson, 2007

Synopsis

This brief supplemental text provides the basic step-by-step process and essential resources that are needed to compose political science papers that go beyond simple description and into more systematic and sophisticated inquiry.

This research guide focuses on the key areas where students need the most help―finding a topic, developing a question, reviewing the literature, designing research, analyzing findings, and last, actually writing the paper. It includes detailed guidance on starting research in four specific fields―international conflict, foreign policy, international organization, and international political economy―as well as a refresher on organizing notes, citing sources, and following style guidelines. Designed for use in either introductory or advanced courses, Research and Writing in International Relations offers a classroom-tested approach that will lead to better research and better writing.

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Review

“Roselle/Spray is producing better papers in my classes. The breakdown of key research and writing steps in this discipline-specific resource is perfect for students who have not learned everything they need to know from other classes.”–Daniel Masters, University of North Carolina at Wilmington

About the Author

Laura Roselle is Professor of Political Science at Elon University and teaches international relations, comparative politics, political communication, and senior seminars in political science and international studies.

Sharon Spray is Associate Professor of Political Science and Environmental Studies at Elon University and teaches courses on global environmental challenges and international environmental policy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 032127766X
• ISBN 13: 9780321277664
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176