Research Methods A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences
Research Methods: A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences by Bob Matthews is a comprehensive resource published by Pearson Longman in 2010. This 490-page book serves as an introduction for first-time researchers while also providing practical advice for those engaged in more advanced work. It draws on real-life experiences from various disciplines to illustrate how theory translates into practice, offering insights into the rationale behind different research methods.
Readers will find a range of tools designed to enhance their research skills, including “Think about it” boxes that prompt reflection on core issues and practical considerations. Additionally, “your research” summaries present questions, activities, and checklists to aid in idea development. The book covers a broad spectrum of topics within the social sciences, making it relevant for those involved in sociology, health policy, social work, criminology, and related fields. A companion website further supports the text with learning materials, interactive exercises, and datasets.
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Research Methods: A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences is an essential resource for the social researcher. It offers a comprehensive introduction for first time researchers right through to thorough and practical advice for those undertaking more advanced work. The book draws on real life experiences from a wide variety of disciplines to show how theory translates into practice, and offers a rigorous analysis of why researchers choose the methods they use. Think about it boxes throughout the text offer questions and ideas to help the researcher to focus on core issues and practical considerations, whilst your research summaries present questions, activities and checklists to help the researcher to develop their ideas.
The book is supported by a fantastic companion website that contains learning materials, interactive exercises, videos, questionnaires, datasets and much more. The website can be found at: www.pearsoned.co.uk/matthews
Written to reflect the breadth of the social sciences, Research Methods is essential for anyone conducting research in sociology, health policy, social work, criminology, social policy, cultural studies, political studies, public policy and related fields.
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