Discourse, practice, policy and organizing: some opening comments
- 30 October 2007
- journal article
- Published by Emerald in International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy
- Vol. 27 (11/12), 429-432
- https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330710835783
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to consider the interplay between discourse, policy and practice in relation to aspects of organization and processes of organizing. Design/methodology/approach – Provides an introduction to the six contributions contained in this special issue and discusses how they relate to the core theme. Findings – Highlights the need for an approach which treats discourses, policies and practices as connected and mutually implicated, rather than discrete, phenomena. Originality/value – Presents an approach to discourse analysis which promotes an engagement with wider aspects of social activity.Keywords
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