Doing a Successful Research Project: Using Qualitative or Quantitative Methods 2

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Doing a Successful Research Project by Martin Brett Davies, Nathan Hughes Doing a Successful Research Project 2e gives students the knowledge, self-discipline and confidence to carry out their first research project. Describing processes, tools and strategies in a simple, succinct way, it guides the reader carefully through the planning and design stages, to implementation, analysis and completion. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This straightforward, student-friendly guide contains all the practical advice for successfully undertaking a research project, leading students through all the stages of the research process. The second edition of this no-nonsense textbook supports students in conducting their own research projects, whatever discipline they are from. Describing processes, tools and strategies in a simple, succinct way, it supports the reader carefully through the planning and design stages, to implementation, analysis and completion.Doing a Successful Research Project is suitable for an interdisciplinary audience all over the world. It is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students undertaking a research project or dissertation across the social sciences, applied social sciences, education, health and business studies. It can also be used as essential or complimentary reading on modules on qualitative and quantitative research and research design. Notes 2nd edition. Contains practical advice on undertaking a research project using qualitative and quantitative methods. Back Cover Carrying out a research project is a daunting task, presenting you with deadline anxieties, unfamiliar language and practical dilemmas. This book is a straightforward, user-friendly guide on how to manage your research project successfully - akin to having a tutor at your side. Doing a Successful Research Project: * offers an accessible introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods * takes you through the entire research process from planning to write-up * includes extensive real-life examples of good and bad research practice The second edition of this no-nonsense textbook, containing further discussion of internet-based research methods, research ethics and more, provides students with the self-discipline and the confidence to conduct their own research projects, whatever discipline they are from, and also the understanding required to identify the advantages and disadvantages of different strategies. Author Biography Martin Davies is Professor Emeritus at the University of East Anglia, UK. He has extensive social science research experience, having held research posts in the Home Office, the National Health Service and the Universities of Manchester and East Anglia, where he supervised the research dissertations of more than 750 graduate and undergraduate students.Nathan Hughes is Director of Education and Senior Lecturer in Social Policy and Social Work at the Institute of Applied Social Studies, University of Birmingham, UK. Table of Contents PART 1 PLANNING YOUR RESEARCH PROJECT1. So youre going to do a research project2. Lets make a start3. Preparing for a successful research project4. The principles of sampling5. Carrying out your survey6. Questionnaires7. The art and science of survey interviewing8. Analysing your survey data9. Testing for statistical significance: into more complex territory10. A quantitative researchers briefing sheetPART 3 QUALITATIVE RESEARCH11. Studying a small sample12. Qualitative research interviewing13. There is more to qualitative research than interviewing14. Analysing qualitative data15. A qualitative researchers briefing sheetPART 4 THE LAST LAP16. Writing your report. Review "This book contains all the advice a student needs to design a hands-on methods project, to reflect on the process and to acquire transferable skills for the future." - Ann Taylor, Lecturer in Sociology, University of Newcastle NSW, Australia "This is an excellent guide for undergraduate students conducting research projects in the social sciences. It addresses many of the issues that students encounter and offers excellent practical advice. It is the best text on this topic I have seen." - Patrick White, Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of Leicester, UK "Clearly-written and well-organized, this book is an excellent, introductory text covering a broad scope of research methods for beginning students." - Gerardo Marti, L. Richardson King Associate Professor of Sociology, Davidson College, USA I became really engaged with this text from the offset. The authors straightforward approach belies significant depth and sophistication which is clearly underpinned by their own expert advice... I would highly recommend it. Trish Hafford-Letchfield, Reader in Social Work, Middlesex University, UK Promotional Contains all the practical advice for successfully undertaking a research project, leading students through all the stages of the research process. Describes processes, tools and strategies to support the reader through the planning and design stages, to implementation, analysis and completion. Long Description This is a straightforward, user-friendly guide on how to manage your research project successfully. It provides students with the self-discipline and the confidence to conduct their own research projects, whatever discipline they are from, and also the understanding required to identify the advantages and disadvantages of different strategies. In its second edition, this no-nonsense textbook contains further discussion of internet-based research methods, research ethics and more. Review Quote This updated and revised version builds on the strengths of the 1st edition. Its comprehensive coverage, clarity of explanation and step-by-step approach makes this book an excellent resource for students undertaking a dissertation or research project. There is a clear line of commentary throughout which is rigorous but reassuring to students, enhanced with interesting examples and helpful suggestions. Students will find this an invaluable source of guidance throughout their research studies. - Jill Annison, Associate Professor in Criminal Justice, Plymouth University, UK This book contains all the advice a student needs to design a hands-on methods project, to reflect on the process and to acquire transferable skills for the future. - Ann Taylor, Lecturer in Sociology, University of Newcastle NSW, Australia Promotional "Headline" Contains all the practical advice for successfully undertaking a research project, leading students through all the stages of the research process. Describes processes, tools and strategies to support the reader through the planning and design stages, to implementation, analysis and completion. Feature The most student-focused and practical research textbook on the market, packed with real-life examples and practical exercises in every chapter Carefully written to ensure cross-disciplinary appeal Practical, realistic and approachable tone that appeals to readers intimidated by the idea of research new_to_this_edition Enhanced coverage of essential topics, including research ethics, the literature review and online methodologies Increased coverage on quantitative methods New up-to-date examples of real-life research studies Broadened scope to encourage appeal to a wide range of academic disciplines Description for Teachers/Educators This is a straightforward, user-friendly guide on how to manage your research project successfully. It provides students with the self-discipline and the confidence to conduct their own research projects, whatever discipline they are from, and also the understanding required to identify the advantages and disadvantages of different strategies. In its second edition, this no-nonsense textbook contains further discussion of internet-based research methods, research ethics and more. Description for Bookstore This book contains all the practical advice a student needs to undertake a research project successfully, by guiding them through the process while assessing the different strategies available Details ISBN1137306424 Year 2014 ISBN-10 1137306424 ISBN-13 9781137306425 Media Book Short Title DOING A SUCCESSFUL RESEARCH PR Language English Edition 2nd Pages 288 Publication Date 2014-03-11 DEWEY 001.42 Illustrations Yes Format Paperback Subtitle Using Qualitative or Quantitative Methods Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9781403993793 Textbook 1 DOI 10.1057/9781137306500;10.1007/978-1-137-30650-0 UK Release Date 2014-03-11 NZ Release Date 2014-03-11 Author Nathan Hughes Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Edition Description 2nd edition Imprint Bloomsbury Academic Place of Publication London Alternative 9781137306500 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2014-03-10 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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