Approaches to Social Research

By Bruce C Straits, Royce A. Singleton Jr., Bruce C. Straits

Book Overview

Revised and updated in its fifth edition, Approaches to Social Research is a rigorous yet clear and engaging introduction to research methods. Covering all of the fundamentals in a straightforward, student-friendly manner, it is ideal for undergraduate- and graduate-level courses across the social sciences and also serves as an indispensable guide for researchers. Striking a balance between specific techniques and the underlying logic of scientific inquiry, this book provides a lucid treatment of the four major approaches to research: experimentation, survey research, field research, and the use of available data. Richly developed examples of empirical research and an emphasis on the research process enable students to better understand the real-world application of research methods. The authors also offer a unique chapter (13) advocating a multiple-methods strategy.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195372980
• ISBN13: 9780195372984
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 672 Pages
• Weight: 2.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.2" x 1.6" x 9.3"