How to Research by Lorraine Blaxter
Takes a look at the practice and experience of doing research in the social sciences as well as in related subjects such as education, business studies and health and social care. This book is aimed at those, particularly the less experienced, who are involved in small-scale research projects at college or at work.
"..an excellent resource and reference tool for anybody undertaking social research. It provides practical advice on how to choose the most appropriate method for the research being undertaken and offers valuable advice and direction in negotiating various issues...It is written in an accessible format...to encourage the reader to consider the research process from a practical and personal viewpoint...This second edition of the book includes new and up-to-date material and touches on areas often neglected in mainstream research books. These include techniques such as action research; and key issues such as time management and choosing a research supervisor. The book addresses the 'writing-up' process in some detail and covers a number of fundamental issues often ignored by more experienced researchers, such as grammar, referencing, spelling and use of tables and graphs...Not only is it an excellent starting point for new researchers and students, but undoubtedly the more experienced researcher will also find it valuable. Furthermore, those involved in teaching research methods or supervising research students would find this is a useful source of information, exercises and ideas." - Social Research News Social Research News 20031030 "This novel approach gives an accurate picture of what it's like to conduct research, and has useful top tips from people who often learned the herd way." - Richard Wiseman New Scientist 20021012
Lecturer in the School of Health and Social Studies at University of Warwick. Reader in Sociology at the University of Warwick Professor in the Department of Educational Research at Lancaster University
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| ISBN 13 | 9780335209033 |
| ISBN 10 | 0335209033 |
| Title | How to Research |
| Author | Lorraine Blaxter |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Open University Press |
| Year published | 2001-07-16 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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