| Description |
xx, 648 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm |
| Contents |
Part I. The scientific and ethical contexts of social research -- Part II. Research design -- Part III. Methods of data collection -- Part IV. Data processing, analysis, and interpretation |
| Summary |
"Revised and updated in its sixth edition, Approaches to Social Research is a rigorous yet clear and engaging introduction to research methods. Covering all of the fundamentals in a straightforward, student-friendly manner, it is ideal for undergraduate- and graduate-level courses across the social sciences and also serves as an indispensable guide for researchers. Striking a balance between specific techniques and the underlying logic of scientific inquiry, this book provides a lucid treatment of the four major approaches to research: experimentation, survey research, field research, and the use of available data. Richly developed examples of empirical research and an emphasis on the research process enable students to better understand the real-world application of research methods. The authors also offer a unique chapter (13) advocating a multiple-methods strategy." -- Provided by publisher |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 594-624) and indexes |
| Subject |
Social sciences -- Research
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Social sciences -- Methodology
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| Reading List |
MPP821 prescribed text 2024
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| Author |
Straits, Bruce C., author
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| LC no. |
2017007201 |
| ISBN |
0190614242 (hardcover ; alk. paper) |
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9780190614249 (hardcover ; alk. paper) |
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