Social Research
An Introduction
- Matthew David - Durham University, UK
- Carole D Sutton - University of Plymouth, UK
Research Methods & Evaluation (General) | Social Research Methods | Sociological Research Methods
The perfect book for any student taking a research methods course for the first time!
The new edition of David and Sutton's text provides those new to social research with a comprehensive introduction to the theory, logic and practical methods of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research. Covering all aspects of research design, data collection, data analysis and writing up, Social Research: An Introduction is the essential companion for all undergraduate and postgraduate students embarking on a methods course or social research project.
The second edition features:
- Brand new chapters on visual methods, case study methods, internet research, mixed methods and grounded theory
- Updated chapters on interviews, questionnaire design, surveys, and focus groups
- Improved coverage of qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis, including practical instruction on the latest versions of software packages NiVivo 8 and SPSS 18
- An attractive new layout which aids navigability and enhances the book's student learning features
- A companion website (www.uk.sagepub.com/david) with PowerPoint slides and links to useful websites
- Many more practical examples helping bring theory to life!
Designed for social science students with no previous experience, this book provides a balanced foundation in the principles and practices of social research.
Supplements
An excellent introduction to Social Research for students. Comprehensive in content and well illustrated with case studies.
this is a great text for my level two and three students engaging in a range of research methods - re garding people and clothing why we wear what we wear
This is clearly written reference book for research methods, that could be used as an introductory text for undergraduates as well as being a useful resource for postgrads. I particulary like the 'consider this' 'stop and think' and 'hints and tips' boxes as a way of highlighting important points to readers. I also like that individual chapters are provided for analysis of quantitative and qualitative data as so often research methods books gloss over the analysis of the data.
Meant as a guide for Master thesis work
A very good book on social research methods - focusing on the social sciences.
Essential reading!
This text is a level 7-8 introductory research text that contains a broad overview of a variety of methodological routes. While it will not be used as a significant text, I will order 4 for purchase for the library
Good all round book for the social researcher starting out
Extremely accessible - an excellent introduction.
A good update from the first edition. All area of social research covered and in very easy to follow terminology.
Excellent text that covers all aspects of social research. I have found the companion website useful and it has contributed to my teaching. I think the idea of using boxes to give students time to think about what they have read is very good.
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1: Getting Started: Theory, Research Question and Research Design
