Social Research Methodsqualitative And Quantitative Approaches Pearson New International Edition

Author : William Lawrence Neuman
Publisher : Allyn & Bacon
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 608 pages
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Download or read book Social Research Methods written by William Lawrence Neuman and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2006 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a more balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative methods than any other book on the market, and illustrates how the greatest benefit often comes from combining various approaches .It discusses the social and historical context of research, and teaches students to recognize ethnocentric perspectives and the assumptions, values, and beliefs of their own society. Chapter 3, “Theory and Research,†helps students with no prior coursework in social theory understand the importance of theory and its connection to research.The book contains many explanatory diagrams and interesting examples drawn from scholarly literature and incorporates feminist and postmodernist theories in the “Meaning of Methodologies†chapter (Ch. 4). Covers writing a literature review and ethics early in Chapter 5 and concludes with a chapter on writing a research report.

Author : W. Lawrence Neuman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781447965572
Total Pages : 0 pages
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Download or read book Social Research Methods:Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches: Pearson New International Edition written by W. Lawrence Neuman and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : W. Lawrence Neuman
Publisher : Pearson Higher Ed
ISBN 13 : 1292033614
Total Pages : 599 pages
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Download or read book Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches written by W. Lawrence Neuman and published by Pearson Higher Ed. This book was released on 2013-08-27 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods is a highly regarded text that presents a comprehensive and balanced introduction to both qualitative and quantitative approaches to social research with an emphasis on the benefits of combining various approaches. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

Author : W. Lawrence Neuman
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ISBN 13 : 9781292020280
Total Pages : 409 pages
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Download or read book Understanding Research written by W. Lawrence Neuman and published by . This book was released on 2013-08-13 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Research is an accessible and visually-appealing introduction to research. Whether students become producers or consumers of research, this text shows them that the subject is both interesting and highly relevant for their lives and professional work.

Author : R. Burke Johnson
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1483391620
Total Pages : 1087 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Educational Research written by R. Burke Johnson and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 1087 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assuming no prior knowledge, Educational Research by R. Burke Johnson and Larry Christensen offers a comprehensive, easily digestible introductory research methods text for undergraduate and graduate students. Readers will develop an understanding of the multiple research methods and strategies used in education and related fields; how to read and critically evaluate published research; and the ability to write a proposal, construct a questionnaire, and conduct an empirical research study on their own. Students rave about the clarity of this best seller and its usefulness for their studies, enabling them to become critical consumers and users of research.

Author : William Lawrence Neuman
Publisher : Allyn & Bacon
ISBN 13 : 9780205767403
Total Pages : 456 pages
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Download or read book Basics of Social Research written by William Lawrence Neuman and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2011-01-15 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its enhanced design and increased Canadian content, Basics of Social Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches sets a new standard in social research methods. The improved layout makes a difficult subject easier to understand, with a new four-colour, visually enhanced presentation.¿Updated Canadian content focuses on real research examples from Canadian studies to make social research accessible to students and demonstrate how social research has applications in the real world. Themed boxes and new¿end-of-chapter questions increases student learning and provides a foundation for further learning about social research methods.

Author : John W. Creswell
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1506386695
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Research Design written by John W. Creswell and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2017-12-12 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-selling text pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design. For all three approaches, John W. Creswell and new co-author J. David Creswell include a preliminary consideration of philosophical assumptions, key elements of the research process, a review of the literature, an assessment of the use of theory in research applications, and reflections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. The Fifth Edition includes more coverage of: epistemological and ontological positioning in relation to the research question and chosen methodology; case study, PAR, visual and online methods in qualitative research; qualitative and quantitative data analysis software; and in quantitative methods more on power analysis to determine sample size, and more coverage of experimental and survey designs; and updated with the latest thinking and research in mixed methods.

Author : Bruce Lawrence Berg
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ISBN 13 : 9781292022499
Total Pages : 416 pages
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Download or read book Qualitative Research Methods for the Social Sciences written by Bruce Lawrence Berg and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Qualitative Research Methods - collection, organization, and analysis strategies This text shows novice researchers how to design, collect, and analyze qualitative data and then present their results to the scientific community. The book stresses the importance of ethics in research and taking the time to properly design and think through any research endeavor.

Author : Jane Ritchie
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 144623584X
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Qualitative Research Practice written by Jane Ritchie and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2003-02-19 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'An excellent introduction to the theoretical, methodological and practical issues of qualitative research... they deal with issues at all stages in a very direct, clear, systematic and practical manner and thus make the processes involved in qualitative research more transparent' - Nyhedsbrev 'This is a "how to" book on qualitative methods written by people who do qualitative research for a living.... It is likely to become the standard manual on all graduate and undergraduate courses on qualitative methods' - Professor Robert Walker, School of Sociology and Social Policy, University of Nottingham What exactly is qualitative research? What are the processes involved and what can it deliver as a mode of inquiry? Qualitative research is an exciting blend of scientific investigation and creative discovery. When properly executed, it can bring a unique understanding of people's lives which in turn can be used to deepen our understanding of society. It as a skilled craft used by practitioners and researchers in the 'real world'; this textbook illuminates the possibilities of qualitative research and presents a sequential overview of the process written by those active in the field. Qualitative Research Practice: - Leads the student or researcher through the entire process of qualitative research from beginning to end - moving through design, sampling, data collection, analysis and reporting. - Is written by practising researchers with extensive experience of conducting qualitative research in the arena of social and public policy - contains numerous case studies. - Contains plenty of pedagogical material including chapter summaries, explanation of key concepts, reflective points for seminar discussion and further reading in each chapter - Is structured and applicable for all courses in qualitative research, irrespective of field. Drawn heavily on courses run by the Qualitative Unit at the National Centre for Social Research, this textbook should be recommended reading for students new to qualitative research across the social sciences.

Author : Richard Lampard
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317903463
Total Pages : 553 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Practical Social Investigation written by Richard Lampard and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical Social Investigation provides, within a single text, an introduction to a wide range of both long-standing and newer social research methods. Its balanced and integrated coverage of qualitative and quantitative approaches demonstrates that they can be complementary. While research practice is emphasised, readers are encouraged to reflect on methodological issues as well as being provided with tools for their own research.This coherent, accessibly written book draws upon the authors' extensive experience of conducting research and teaching research methods. Numerous examples, based on real research studies, illustrate key issues in a way that acknowledges both the messiness and the creativity of social research.