@article{education20153310,
author={Assalahi, Hussein},
title={The Philosophical Foundations of Educational Research: a Beginner¡¯s Guide},
journal={American Journal of Educational Research},
volume={3},
number={3},
pages={312--317},
year={2015},
url={http://pubs.sciepub.com/education/3/3/10},
issn={2327-6150},
abstract={This paper aims to provide a concise introduction about the philosophical underpinnings of educational research. Whilst the philosophies of educational research have been extensively researched, a concise guide is hoped to uncover research underpinnings for beginners¡¯ postgraduate research students. It overviews the philosophies, paradigms, basic terminologies and related methodologies of educational research. Moreover, the paper provides insights into how researchers¡¯ philosophical stance can inform their research undertaking and transform the educational landscape.},
doi={10.12691/education-3-3-10}
publisher={Science and Education Publishing}
}