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This new edition provides a scholarly and readable introduction to all the key qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and methods, enabling postgraduate and masterslevel students and new researchers to reflect on which ones suit their needs and to receive guidance on how to find out more.With chapters written by experienced research practitioners, this second edition has been extensively expanded and updated. There are seven completely new chapters, as well as new material on literature reviews, a new introduction to quantitative methods, an expanded glossary, weblinks with free access to a wide range of peerreviewed journal articles, and an annotated bibliography with conversational notes from authors in each chapter.This book will act as your 'expert friend' throughout your research project, providing advice, explaining key concepts and the implications for your research design, and illustrating these with examples of real research studies.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Theory and Methods in Social Research'? A: 'Theory and Methods in Social Research' provides an introduction to key qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, helping postgraduate and masters-level students and new researchers understand which methods suit their needs.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Bridget Somekh, who is an experienced research practitioner.
- Q: What new content is included in the second edition? A: The second edition includes seven new chapters, updated material on literature reviews, a new introduction to quantitative methods, an expanded glossary, and weblinks to peer-reviewed journal articles.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Theory and Methods in Social Research' has a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on January 28, 2011.
- Q: Is there any guidance on research design in this book? A: Yes, the book provides guidance on key concepts and implications for research design, illustrated with examples from real research studies.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes postgraduate students, masters-level students, and new researchers looking to enhance their understanding of research methodologies.
- Q: Does the book include any additional resources? A: Yes, it includes an annotated bibliography with conversational notes from authors in each chapter and links to free access peer-reviewed articles.