Applying Theory to Educational Research provides educational researchers with an accessible introduction to the process of selecting and applying theories in their work.* Offers an innovative and accessible approach to educational research by providing practical examples of the application of theory* Gives 'hands-on' accounts for the researcher and practitioner* Explains and discusses complex ideas in the light of experience in using and applying them* Covers the application of major theorists such as Bourdieu, Foucault, Weber, Derrida, and Vygotsky