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"...an excellent resource and reference tool for anybody undertaking social research. It provides practical advice on how to choose the most appropriate method for the research being undertaken and offers valuable advice and direction in negotiating various issues...It is written in an accessible format...to encourage the reader to consider the research process from a practical and personal viewpoint...This second edition of the book includes new and up-to-date material and touches on areas often neglected in mainstream research books. These include techniques such as action research; and key issues such as time management and choosing a research supervisor. The book addresses the 'writing-up' process in some detail and covers a number of fundamental issues often ignored by more experienced researchers, such as grammar, referencing, spelling and use of tables and graphs...Not only is it an excellent starting point for new researchers and students, but undoubtedly the more experienced researcher will also find it valuable. Furthermore, those involved in teaching research methods or supervising research students would find this is a useful source of information, exercises and ideas." - Social Research News Social Research News 20031030 "This novel approach gives an accurate picture of what it's like to conduct research, and has useful top tips from people who often learned the herd way." - Richard Wiseman New Scientist 20021012
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"I found this book brilliant, I had never undertaken anything like a dissertation before and this book had everything in it that I needed to know. It is written in 'simple English' which is a bonus as some books are just too hard to understand. Everything you need to know about writing your dissertation is in here. I would recommend this book to all levels."
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How to Research is a bestselling, practical book that reassures the first time researcher by leading them systematically through the whole research process; from the initial meetings with a supervisor to critically evaluating their ideas, doing the research and finally writing up the project.
The book includes vignettes to help readers relate to research examples and provides both methodological and process information.
New features in this edition include:
- Additional coverage on literature reviews
- New material on changes in research ethics
- More detailed information on the use of diaries, internet ethnographies and visual methods
- Increased coverage of mixed methodologies
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I used this book while completing university studies and found it's direct writing style and practical approach to doing research in the social sciences of great benefit. Of particular value was the way the text was broken up with the use of Boxes, Exercises and Hints and Tips, offering succint advice relating to aspects of the research process, and providing opportunities to test knowledge gained of researching. The book covers all facets and steps involved in conducting a research project, from devising a research topic to publishing results of research. The publication date of the book (1996) does mean that some of the information in it is slightly outdated, the Internet for example is only referred to in passing as a new, developing database, but it would still remain highly useful to anyone who is just starting to undertake research at a university level, or to further develop existing skills and knowledge of researching. Relatively light on theory and very strong on the practicalities of research, highly recommended.
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I found this book brilliant, I had never undertaken anything like a dissertation before and this book had everthing in it that I needed to know. I is written in'simple English' which is a bonus as some books are just too hard to understand. Everything you need to know about writing your dissertation is in here. I would recommend this book to all levels.
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The cover page of this books says: HOW TO RESEARCH. Wow! The contents tell deeper details of what is behind the cover page. I was practically moved by just reading the Title of chapter one which says: "ALL AT SEA BUT LEARNING TO SWIM". Are you a first-time researcher or an experienced one? This book serve both cases better! It gives detail gist fo DOs and DONTs; where to start, where to pause and think and where to stop. The book is not only about how to do a great resaerch, but motivative and inspiring.
Secondly, I received a great service and fastest delivery I have ever imagined. They say the book is USED, but to my surprise, its just like NEW! Very clean and neat, no mark, no stain! They actually stand for their word. This book was recommended to me by a Professor, my prospective PhD Thesis Supervisor and it makes a great difference in my approach. What next? Grab your copy ASAP!
Secondly, I received a great service and fastest delivery I have ever imagined. They say the book is USED, but to my surprise, its just like NEW! Very clean and neat, no mark, no stain! They actually stand for their word. This book was recommended to me by a Professor, my prospective PhD Thesis Supervisor and it makes a great difference in my approach. What next? Grab your copy ASAP!
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