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Action Theory: A Primer for Applied Research in the Social Sciences

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Action Theory: A Primer for Applied Research in the Social Sciences - Valach, Ladislav, and Young, Richard A, and Lynam, M Judith
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The authors describe a view that our short-, medium-, and long- term behavior, interactions, and relationships--whether planned or spontaneous, purposeful or playful--can be understood in terms of goal-directed systems. An understanding of action theory and research methods used in applied settings is provided. It leads to the conclusion that individual processes are joint processes and the joint construction of lives should be monitored to understand ongoing personal and social involvements. The unique contribution of ...

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Action Theory: A Primer for Applied Research in the Social Sciences 2002, Praeger, New York

ISBN-13: 9780275970864

Hardcover