Approaches to Social Research

Approaches to Social Research
ISBN-10
0190614242
ISBN-13
9780190614249
Category
Social Science
Pages
648
Language
English
Published
2017-06-27
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Authors
Bruce C. Straits, Royce Singleton

Description

Revised and updated in its sixth edition, Approaches to Social Research is a rigorous yet clear and engaging introduction to research methods. Covering all of the fundamentals in a straightforward, student-friendly manner, it is ideal for undergraduate- and graduate-level courses across the social sciences and also serves as an indispensable guide for researchers. Striking a balance between specific techniques and the underlying logic of scientific inquiry, this book provides a lucid treatment of the four major approaches to research: experimentation, survey research, field research, and the use of available data. Richly developed examples of empirical research and an emphasis on the research process enable students to better understand the real-world application of research methods. The authors also offer a unique chapter (13) advocating a multiple-methods strategy.

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