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  • Paperback: 360 pages
  • Publisher: Open University Press; 3 edition (1 May 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0335220223
  • ISBN-13: 978-0335220229
  • Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.2 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 13,306 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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As a best-selling introductory book on the basics of social research, The Good Research Guide provides an accessible yet comprehensive introduction to the main approaches to social research and the methods most commonly used by researchers in the social sciences.

This edition has been updated to account for recent developments in the field such as:

  • The emergence of mixed methods approaches
  • Increased use of internet research
  • More frequent use of methods such as triangulation and focus groups
  • Developments in research ethics
Written for anyone undertaking a small-scale research project, either as part of an academic course or as part of their professional development, this book provides:
  • A clear, straightforward introduction to data collection methods and data analysis
  • Explanations of the key decisions researchers need to take, with practical advice on how to make appropriate decisions
  • Essential checklists to guide good practice
This book is perfect for the first-time researcher looking for guidance on the issues they should consider and traps they should avoid when embarking on a social research project.

About the Author
Martyn Denscombe is Professor of Social Research at De Montfort University.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great for the basics, 17 Jun 2004
I am a first year PhD student (pure research and no taught modules or recommended reading) and found this book to be really helpful for getting started with the basics, even though I have already chosen my research method and proposal. It comes in small bite-size chunks with a few gems to get you thinking. I'm a 'get it done quick' kinda girl, so this was great for my style of 'action' learning. If you're more of a deep thinker, this may not be for you.
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3.0 out of 5 stars A must for students, 15 Aug 2001
One of the recommended course texts for the course I am on, and has been worth every penny! It contains some useful checklists, and although not an exhaustive text on qualitative research, it has been very useful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent, 5 Jun 2009
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This book is set out extremely well in an easy-to-read fashion. I wish I had bought this first before reading other material on research.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent buy!
If you can only justify buying one research book, then I reccommend this one. It is a gem for anyone undertaking small-scale research. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars A good resource for understanding research methodolgy and issues
For those people doing research for the first time, this is a good book to start you off. Nicely written and easy to follow, with useful pointers and tips. Read more
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