Research for Social Workers: An introduction to methods (Alston Margaret)(Paperback)

Research for Social Workers: An introduction to methods (Alston Margaret)(Paperback)

Research for Social Workers has built a strong reputation as an accessible guide to the key research methods and approaches used in the discipline. Ideal for beginners, the book outlines the importance of social work research, its guiding principles and explains how to choose a topic area, develop

Research Methods for Social Workers (Bell Linda)(Paperback)

This handy book is a one-stop introduction to research and evaluation for social workers. Including unique project examples, exercises, discussion points and extensive signposting to further reading, and drawing on the author's many years of teaching experience, it is essential reading for students

Social Scientific Research (Brancati Dawn)(Paperback)

Offering an engaging and entertaining introduction to research methods, this is a practical and easy-to-use companion for all new researchers and students in the social sciences. Covering all the key stages of the research process, this book guides students in navigating some of the biggest

Research Methods in Psychology for Dummies (Dempster Martin)(Paperback)

Your hands-on introduction to research methods in psychology Looking for an easily accessible overview of research methods in psychology? This is the book for you Whether you need to get ahead in class, you're pressed for time, or you just want a take on a topic that's not covered in your

Introduction to Research Methods 5th Edition: A Practical Guide for Anyone Undertaking a Research Project (Dawson Catherine)(Paperback)

Introduction to Research Methods contains everything from developing an initial idea into a proposal, through to analysing data and reporting results. Whether you have to undertake a project as part of your coursework, or as part of your employment, or simply because you are fascinated by something

Research Methods in the Social Sciences: An A-Z of key concepts(Paperback / softback)

Research Methods in the Social Sciences is a comprehensive yet compact A-Z for undergraduate and postgraduate students undertaking research across the social sciences, featuring 71 entries that cover a wide range of concepts, methods, and theories. Each entry begins with an accessible introduction

Introduction to Research Methods in Education (Punch Keith F.)(Paperback)

Based on Keith Punch's bestselling Introduction to Social Research Methods, this book introduces the research process in a range of educational contexts. In this updated second edition, you'll find guidance on every stage of research, with chapters on developing research questions, doing a

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods: An Investigative Approach [With CD-ROM] (Balnaves Mark)(Paperback)

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods is a student-friendly introduction to quantitative research methods and basic statistics. It uses a detective theme throughout the text to show how quantitative methods have been used to solve real-life problems. The book focuses on principles and

Social Policy and Social Work: An Introduction (Cunningham Jo)(Paperback)

An understanding of social policy is crucial for social workers as it underpins and shapes the legislative framework that they work within. From safeguarding service users and enabling them to improve their lives, to protecting the most vulnerable in society, social policy also has a vital role to

Qualitative Social Research: Contemporary Methods for the Digital Age (Waller Vivienne)(Paperback)

Qualitative Social Research employs an accessible approach to present the multiple ways in which criticism enhances research practice. Packed full of relevant, ′real world′ examples, it showcases the strengths and pitfalls of each research method, integrating the philosophical groundings of

Mixing Methods in Social Research: Qualitative, Quantitative and Combined Methods (Hall Ralph P.)(Paperback)

This book provides a straightforward, student-focused introduction to doing mixed methods research, covering everything from why and when mixed methods is appropriate, as well as how to use qualitative and quantitative methods in tandem. Assuming no prior research methods knowledge, it introduces

Research Methods for Social Justice and Equity in Education (Atkins Liz)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Social Justice and Equity in Education offers researchers a full understanding of very important concepts, showing how they can be used a means to develop practical strategies for undertaking research that makes a difference to the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged

Doing Research in Fashion and Dress: An Introduction to Qualitative Methods (Kawamura Yuniya)(Paperback)

Whether you're investigating fashion as a material object, an abstract idea, a social phenomenon, or a commercial system, qualitative techniques can further your understanding of almost any research topic. Doing Research in Fashion and Dress begins by guiding you through a brief history of fashion

Research Methods for Early Childhood Education (Flewitt Rosie)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Early Childhood Education takes an international perspective on research design, and illustrates how research methods are inextricably linked to cultural and theoretical understandings of early childhood, young children's competences and the purposes of education. The book

Introducing Social Research Methods - Essentialsfor Getting the Edge (Ruane Janet M.)(Paperback)

Introducing Social Research Methods: Essentials for Getting the Edge is a concise and student-friendly introduction to research methods that uses examples from around the world to illustrate the centrality of social science research in our everyday lives. Explains complex, multi-faceted concepts

Research Methods - A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences (Matthews Bob)(Paperback / softback)

Research Methods: A Tool for Life (Beins Bernard C.)(Paperback)

This textbook is an introduction to the importance of scientific research in everyday life, and uses familiar examples to keep students engaged. It covers experimental research before other types of research, so students can learn about experiments early in the semester. The book is intended for

Social Foundations of Behavior for the Health Sciences (Garcia-Alexander Ginny)(Pevná vazba)

Introduction to Sociology.- Social Research Methods.- Self-Concept and Identity Development.- Socialization, Social Interaction, and Group Influence.- Culture.- Race and Ethnicity.- Social Structure and Institutions.- Demographic Structure and Patterns of Society.- Social

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue (Kershner Ruth)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue provides an overview of the range of possibilities for researching various forms of educational dialogue, underpinned by a coherent theoretical foundation. The authors, Kershner, Hennessy, Wegerif and Ahmed offer an integrated understanding of different

Qualitative Research Methods for the Social Sciences, Global Edition (Lune Howard)(Paperback / softback)

Walking Methods: Research on the Move (O'Neill Maggie)(Paperback)

This book introduces and critically explores walking as an innovative method for doing social research, showing how its sensate and kinaesthetic attributes facilitate connections with lived experiences, journeys and memories, communities and identities. The book situates walking methods

Conducting Research in Conservation: Social Science Methods and Practice (Newing Helen)(Paperback)

Conducting Research in Conservation is the first textbook on social science research methods written specifically for use in the expanding and increasingly multidisciplinary field of environmental conservation. The first section on planning a research project includes chapters on the need for

Social Work and Disasters: A Handbook for Practice (Alston Margaret)(Paperback)

Disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity across the world, causing significant destruction to individuals and communities. Yet many social workers are ill-prepared for the demands of this field of practice. This book discusses the role of social workers in disaster work, including in

Doing Research in Fashion and Dress: An Introduction to Qualitative Methods (Kawamura Yuniya)(Pevná vazba)

Whether you're investigating fashion as a material object, an abstract idea, a social phenomenon, or a commercial system, qualitative techniques can further your understanding of almost any research topic. Doing Research in Fashion and Dress begins by guiding you through a brief history of fashion