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A Gentle Guide to Research Methods (PDF eBook)


A Gentle Guide to Research Methods (PDF eBook)

eBook by Rugg, Gordon/Petre, Marian

A Gentle Guide to Research Methods (PDF eBook)

£18.39

ISBN:
9780335230198
Publication Date:
16 Nov 2006
Publisher:
Open University Press
Pages:
256 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
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A Gentle Guide to Research Methods (PDF eBook)

Description

IF YOU ARE ABOUT TO DO A RESEARCH PROJECT, THEN THIS IS THE IDEAL GUIDE FOR YOU.A Gentle Guide to Research Methods explains what research is, andguides you through choosing and using the method best suited to yourneeds, with detailed examples from a wide range of disciplines. It alsogives you practical Onuts and boltsO advice about how to avoid classicproblems and how to get the most out of your project.Written in a down-to-earth and highly accessible style, this unique bookprovides an overview of the Obig pictureO of research and of how this linksto practical details. It covers the whole process of conducting research,including:O Choosing a research topic and research designO Data collection methodsO Data analysis and statisticsO Writing upThe authors also provide invaluable advice about planning your researchso that it can help you with your career plans and life aspirations.Drawing on numerous examples from student projects, A Gentle Guideto Research Methods will guide you through your project towards ahappy ending.

Contents

Introduction 1. About research 2. Research design 3. Generic advice 4. Data collection 5. Data analysis

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