Social work research often focuses on qualitative designs & many students believe that the quantitative research pathway is either too complicated or is beyond their grasp This book outlines how social work students can undertake a research project from either a qualitative quantitative or mixed methodological approach The authors introduce key concepts in an accessible & structured manner & go on to demonstrate each of the approaches from inception of research idea to realisation of methodological approach to research process to data analysis & conclusion More than just another research text this book remains grounded in social work practice & has clear links to the Professional Capabilities Framework for Social Work ...

The bestseller that pioneered the comparison of qualitative quantitative & mixed methods research design continues in its Fifth Edition to help students & researchers prepare their plan or proposal for a scholarly journal article dissertation or thesis Creswell John W ...

This book explores recent developments & debates around researching ethically & with integrity & complying with ethical requirements & has been updated & expanded to now cover issues relating to international indigenous interdisciplinary & internet research 264 pages Israel Mark ...

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RESEARCH METHODS & STATISTICS A CRITICAL THINKING APPROACH 5th Edition successfully illustrates the integration between statistics & research methods by demonstrating the ways to use statistics in analyzing data collected during research This combined book adopts an inviting narrative style that speaks directly to readers & draws them into the material helping them overcome the initial apprehension they may feel at the prospect of learning both subject areas at once Focusing on the logic of the process & the methodology aspect of research Jackson incorporates a friendly critical-thinking approach & presents examples & exercises to which readers can relate ...

Research Methods & Statistics for Public & Nonprofit Administrators A Practical Guide is a comprehensive easy-to-read core text that thoroughly prepares readers to apply research methods & data analysis to the professional environments of public & non-profit administration The authors expertly incorporate original case examples to demonstrate concepts using three characters-Emily Jim & Mary-facing specific scenarios in which research methods must be applied This unique approach is presented in language accessible to both students new to research as well as current practitioners carefully guiding the reader in fully understanding the research options detailed throughout the text ...

This sixth edition of Research Methods & Statistics in Psychology has been fully revised & updated providing students with the most readable & comprehensive survey of research methods statistical concepts & procedures in psychology today Assuming no prior knowledge this bestselling text takes you through every stage of your research project giving advice on planning & conducting studies analysing data & writing up reports The book provides clear coverage of statistical procedures &

Includes:: everything needed from nominal level tests to multi-factorial ANOVA designs multiple regression & log linear analysis It features detailed & illustrated SPSS instructions for all these procedures eliminating the need for an extra SPSS textbook New features in the sixth edition include " Tricky bits"
- in-depth notes on the things that students typically have problems with including common misunderstandings & likely mistakes enhanced coverage of qualitative methods & analysis plus updates to Grounded Theory Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis & Discourse Analysis A full & recently published journal article using Thematic Analysis illustrating how articles appear in print Discussion of contemporary issues & debates including recent coverage of journals' reluctance to publish replication of studies Fully updated online links offering even more information & useful resources especially for statistics Each chapter contains a glossary key terms & newly integrated exercises ensuring that key concepts are understood A companion website (wwwroutledgecomcwcoolican) provides additional exercises revision flash cards links to further reading & data for use with SPSS


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A comprehensive introduction to both quantitative & qualitative research methodologies in Psychology the book guides readers through every step of the research process & comes with helpful online resources & videos 584 pages Haslam S Alexander ...