Researching Real-World Problems: A Guide to Methods of Inquiry
- ISBN-10
- 1412901952
- ISBN-13
- 9781412901956
- Category
- Social Science
- Pages
- 300
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005-11-23
- Publisher
- SAGE
- Author
- Zina O'Leary
Description
Taking as her starting point the need for students to conduct research for themselves in the `real world', Zina O'Leary guides those new to research through the whys and how-tos of the entire research process. This student-focused book offers a hands on and practical guide to the research process.
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