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Book SynopsisFrom question development and research design to data collection and statistical analysis, this text guides the reader through every aspect of social research. Encouraging a critical approach in each chapter, this 4th edition includes enhanced coverage of internet sampling, mixed methods, conversation analysis and feminist research.Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/social-research-4e. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.
Trade ReviewPraise for the third edition 'Sarantakos has retained the rigour, content and 'flavour' of the earlier edition whilst adding relevant new and necessary content...It is a well-balanced text that is both comprehensive and detailed. Above all, it is very readable and very understandable.' - Rob O'Neil, Lecturer in Sociology, University of Western Sydney, Australia 'One of the most extensive books I have read. Covers every facet from designing, theoretical and statistical test and the how to get published. Many books I have read on social research rarely cover the stats. The level and language is certainly accessible while remaining scholarly. ' - Tom Farrelly, Department of Health Science, Institute of Technology Tralee 'Sarantakos is to be congratulated on this new edition for its comprehensive presentation of the milieu of research methods that can be used by the social researcher but also for the lucid manner [in which] information has been articulated.' - Emeritus Professor John Dekjers, Central Queensland University, Australia
Table of ContentsPreface PART I: FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH Introduction Varieties of Social Research Feminist Research Principles of Social Research PART II: RESEARCH PLANNING Research Design Initiating Social Research Sampling Procedures PART III: METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION Multi-Sample Studies Field Research Observation Surveys: Questionnaires Surveys: Interviews The Study of Documents Applied Research PART IV: DATA ANALYSIS Qualitative Analysis Quantitative Analysis PART V: PUBLICATION Reporting Glossary.
