An invitation to social research how it's done

• Main Author: Adler, Emily Stier (Author)
• Other Authors: Clark, Roger 1948- (co-author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Belmont, CA Cengage Learning 2015
• Edition: 5th ed.
• Subjects: Sociology > Research > Methodology; Social sciences > Research > Methodology
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• Physical Description: xxi, 502 pages illustrations 23 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781285746425; 1285746422

With real-world examples and an emphasis on ethics throughout, AN INVITATION TO SOCIAL RESEARCH: HOW IT'S DONE, Fifth Edition combines balanced coverage of quantitative and qualitative methods of social research with a unique "behind the scenes" approach. Built on focal research pieces and excerpts from real research projects, chapters present the insights, perspectives, and challenges of actual researchers in the field. The result is a comprehensive resource that guides readers step by step through the many stages of social research-from selecting a researchable question and designing a study to choosing the best method of data analysis for a particular study-and prepares them for the ethical issues and problems that they may face along the way. Reflecting the latest practices from the field, the Fifth Edition also integrates a greater emphasis on research focusing on evidence-based programs and policy.