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Title A handbook for social science field research : essays & bibliographic sources on research design and methods / edited by Ellen Perecman, Sara R. Curran
Published London : SAGE, 2006

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Description xxvi, 254 pages ; 23 cm
Contents Pt.1 Selecting the Right Tools -- 1. Archives -- 2. Case Studies -- 3. Ethnographic Methods -- 4. Oral Histories -- 5. Focus Groups -- 6. Surveys and Secondary Data Sources -- 7. Combining Qualitative and Quantitative Tools -- Pt.2 Essentials for the Conduct of Research -- 8. Essentials for Ethnography -- 9. Essentials for the Case Study Method -- 10. Essentials for Research Design -- 11. Research Ethics are Essential -- 12. Maintaining Perspective is Essential
Summary "This text is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate social science methods courses, where there is a growing demand for multiple methods or mixed methods training. In addition, it is perfect as a handbook for all researchers and professionals interested in having a comprehensive collection of bibliographic information for social science research."--BOOK JACKET
Notes Formerly CIP. Uk
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Notes Also available online
English
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Subject Social sciences -- Fieldwork.
Social sciences -- Research -- Methodology.
Social sciences -- Methodology.
Social sciences -- Research.
Author Perecman, Ellen.
Curran, Sara R.
LC no. 2005022714
ISBN 1412916801 hardback
141291681X paperback