How to do your research project by G.Thomas in BROWNS PLAINS, Queensland for sale

Description
Direct, informative and accessible the new edition of Gary Thomas's bestselling title is essential reading for anyone doing a research project. Packed full of relevant advice and real world examples the book guides you through the complete research process. Using refreshingly jargon-free language and anecdotal evidence it is a witty, easy to follow introduction that will answer your questions, set out best practice and walk you through every stage of your project step-by-step. It covers: - How to choose your research question - Project management and study skills - Doing an effective literature review - Methodology, theory and research design - Design frames - Ethics and access - Tools for data collection - Effective data analysis - Discussing findings, concluding and writing up The second edition, expanded and updated, includes new chapters on ethics and practical concerns, has a fully integrated companion website including worksheets, antated examples and links to SAGE Journals, and has a completely new page layout. This popular book is ideal for anyone undertaking a research project in the applied social sciences.
Key Features
Author(s) Gary Thomas
Publisher SAGE Publications Ltd
Date of Publication 24⁄06⁄2013
Language English
Format Hardback
ISBN-10 1446258866
ISBN-13 9781446258866
Subject Social Sciences: Textbooks & Study Guides
Publication Data
Place of Publication London
Country of Publication United Kingdom
Imprint SAGE Publications Ltd
Content Note Illustrations
Dimensions
Weight 703 g
Width 170 mm
Height 242 mm
Spine 23 mm
Editorial Details
Edition Statement 2nd Revised edition
Description
Table Of Contents Your Introduction: Starting Points Preparation: Project Management, Ethics and Getting Clearance The Literature Review Decide on Your Question - Again Methodology Part 1: Deciding on an Approach Methodology Part 2: The Design Frame The Right Tools for the Job: Data Gathering How to Analyse the Information You Gather Concluding and Writing Up
Author Biography Gary Thomas is a professor of education at the University of Birmingham. His teaching and research have focused on inclusion, special education and research methodology in education, with a particular focus on case study. He has co-edited the International Journal of Research and Method in Education and the British Educational Research Journal and is currently executive editor of Educational Review.