Real World Research, 5th Edition, provides the multidisciplinary skills needed to conduct social research projects both in and out of the classroom or workplace. With a balanced emphasis on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods, this practical resource integrates approaches from various social science disciplines to assist readers in finding answers to real-life research questions in healthcare, education, business and management, and many other public and private contexts. The chapters are detailed yet accessible and include step-by-step guidance on developing a research question, selecting a research design strategy, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting and reporting results, and more.
The new 5th edition contains timely coverage of contemporary methodologies, key ethical issues, and ongoing debates within the field of social research. New and expanded sections address topics such as evidence‐based approaches to social research, ethical considerations when conducting research involving people, carrying out projects based solely on existing research, and the importance and implications of internet-based research. Featuring a wealth of up-to-date examples drawn from a wide range of disciplines, this classic textbook:
- Provides a concise overview and a well-defined example of each main step of the research process
- Highlights the real importance of collaboration, cooperation, and active participation in social research
- Focuses on useful real-world research in applied settings such as homes, schools, businesses, and other workplaces
- Explains flexible research designs using largely qualitative methods, including additional coverage of ethnographic and grounded theory approaches
- Includes an extensive companion website with numerous research examples, links to journal articles, PowerPoint slides, and many other additional resources
Real World Research, Fifth Edition, remains essential reading for those tasked with developing, performing, and reporting the findings of a research project, including students, academics and educators, social scientists, health practitioners, and professionals in a diverse range of fields.
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