Public Administration Research: Reflections on Theory and Practice

Author: White
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Publication Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book is a collection of pioneering articles from the American Journal of Public Administration, providing a comprehensive introduction to the major issues and debates in American public administration research. It is dedicated to deepening the exploration and dialogue on the appropriate methods, standards, and epistemology of public administration, making it appealing to both scholars and practitioners. The topics covered range from the quality and methodology of doctoral dissertations and academic journal articles to philosophical issues such as knowledge acquisition and theoretical development in the field of public affairs and administration. This book is supported by the American Society for Public Administration. It reflects on the current state of public administration research in the United States, comprehensively examining how research is conducted in the field, with the aim of deepening the discussion on the appropriate methods, standards, and epistemology of public administration research. The content covers issues of quality and methodology in doctoral dissertations and academic journal articles, as well as philosophical questions related to knowledge acquisition and theoretical development in the fields of public affairs and administration. For all those engaged in public administration research, this book is an invaluable resource. It is particularly useful for master's and doctoral students and their supervisors, as it highlights potential pitfalls and challenges to avoid when writing dissertations. Researchers, scholars, and experts in other fields can also draw inspiration from the discussion on research philosophy and methodology presented in this book.