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How to do your research project: a guide for students / by Gary Thomas.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Thousand Oaks, California: Sage Publications Ltd, 2023. Edition: 4th edDescription: xviii, 342 pages : illus. ; 25 cmISBN:
  • 9781529757712
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • Ref 001.4 T36h 2023.
Contents:
1. Your Introduction 1 -- 2. Project Management, Ethics, and Getting Clearance 27 -- 3. The Literature Review, Part 1: Searching and Constructing 59 -- 4. The Literature Review, Part 2: Sharpening Your Ideas 93 -- 5. Methodology, Part 1: Deciding on an Approach 105 -- 6. Methodology, Part 2: The Design Frame 135 -- 7. Data Gathering 201 -- 8. How to Analyze and Discuss the Information You Gather 245 -- 9. Concluding and Writing Up 291.
Summary: "Starting your research project can feel daunting, but this best-selling project guide has your back! Now in its fourth edition, the book provides easy to follow advice to navigate every step of your research project, from choosing your research question, deciding on your research design and methodology, collecting and analysing your data, and writing up your finished project. Presenting a clear and detailed roadmap to ensure you don't miss a step, the book includes: Case studies and real-life examples from a range of disciplines so you can learn from other researchers who have been in your shoes. DIY activities so you can practise your skills and get to grips with key concepts Practical advice on how to organise your writing, develop your flow and build strong arguments Further guidance on assessing ethical risk, including examples of high, medium, and low risk projects. Written in Gary's signature straightforward style, this book is an essential companion for anyone undertaking a research project in the applied social sciences." -- Provided by publisher
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Includes bibliographical references, glossary, and index.

1. Your Introduction 1 -- 2. Project Management, Ethics, and Getting Clearance 27 -- 3. The Literature Review, Part 1: Searching and Constructing 59 -- 4. The Literature Review, Part 2: Sharpening Your Ideas 93 -- 5. Methodology, Part 1: Deciding on an Approach 105 -- 6. Methodology, Part 2: The Design Frame 135 -- 7. Data Gathering 201 -- 8. How to Analyze and Discuss the Information You Gather 245 -- 9. Concluding and Writing Up 291.

"Starting your research project can feel daunting, but this best-selling project guide has your back! Now in its fourth edition, the book provides easy to follow advice to navigate every step of your research project, from choosing your research question, deciding on your research design and methodology, collecting and analysing your data, and writing up your finished project. Presenting a clear and detailed roadmap to ensure you don't miss a step, the book includes: Case studies and real-life examples from a range of disciplines so you can learn from other researchers who have been in your shoes. DIY activities so you can practise your skills and get to grips with key concepts Practical advice on how to organise your writing, develop your flow and build strong arguments Further guidance on assessing ethical risk, including examples of high, medium, and low risk projects. Written in Gary's signature straightforward style, this book is an essential companion for anyone undertaking a research project in the applied social sciences." -- Provided by publisher

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