How to Research (3rd revised edition)

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How to Research is about 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. It is aimed at those, particularly the less experienced, who are involved in small-scale research projects at college or at work. The book is written in an original, accessible and jargon free style using a variety of different forms of presentation to support the researcher. How to Research offers: * a series of useful exercises to help progress research thinking * a wide range of examples taken from a variety of subject areas * extensive annotated bibliographies for further reading * practical hints for all stages of the research process An essential resource for undergraduate and postgraduate research methods courses in the social sciences and invaluable for anyone carrying out research as part of a workplace assignment. This edition is completely updated with revised chapters on how to approach research analysis - data collection software as well as time management - for optimal use in academic and professional research projects. "An excellent choice for any student about to start a research project for the first time." --British Journal of Educational Technology

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General Fields

• ISBN : 9780335217465
• Publisher : open
• Imprint : open
• Product Type : books

Special Fields

• Bind : Paperback
• Author : Loraine Blaxter, Christina Hughes , Malcolm Tight