Good Research Guide: For Small-Scale Social Research Project

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This bestselling introductory book offers practical and straightforward guidance on the basics of social research, ideal for anyone who needs to conduct small-scale research projects as part of their undergraduate, postgraduate or professional studies. The book provides:* A clear, straightforward introduction to data collection methods and data analysis* Jargon-free coverage of the key issues* Checklists to guide good practiceThe sixth edition has been extensively updated and includes features such as:* A new chapter on the Life Course Perspective * A new chapter on Literature Reviews * New material on the Delphi Technique* An updated and expanded chapter on the analysis of Quantitative Data * New examples and illustrations throughoutThe Good Research Guide, 6th edition is a valuable resource for anyone conducting social research including those in applied areas such as business studies, health studies, nursing, education, social work, policy studies, marketing, media studies and criminology.”Denscombe’s The