Introduction to Research in Leadership

<p class=ql-align-justify><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Introduction to Research in Leadership </em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>examines the process and skills required for effectively conducting research on the concept of leadership. Its authors employ a microscope for close analysis and build balconies to see trends and gain perspective. Designed to be imminently practical it employs concrete examples of fictional graduate students faculty and professionals struggling with their own issues to help readers make sense of the world of research and all of its complexities. Filled with personal anecdotes stories and even a touch of humor and sarcasm each chapter weaves in relevant concepts so that those beginning the process of producing scholarship can get started on a productive path and with a positive attitude. </span></p><p class=ql-align-justify><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> </span></p><p class=ql-align-justify><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>This introductory textbook reviews the core philosophies employed in creating new knowledge within a field of research. It describes quantitative qualitative and mixed methods as well as several concepts that are common across these. The text concludes with chapters focused on critical scholarship in leadership and creating habits that lead to a lifetime of learning.</span></p><p> </p>