Cross-Cultural Research Methods

By Melvin Ember and Carol R. Ember

Book Overview

Cross-cultural researchers describe, compare, and test patterns that occur in different, discrete cultures. In this brief textbook, two of the world's leading cross-cultural researchers describe both the logic of and process of doing research in this tradition. The Embers take the reader through a study, from developing a hypothesis through sampling, measuring, coding, and analysis. They point to the difficulties in developing reliable statements about cross-cultural patterns and how to minimize those difficulties. The authors also offer advice on how to use the Human Relations Area Files-a worldwide database of ethnographic information-to conduct cross-cultural studies. This represents the perfect brief introduction to method for students in cross-cultural anthropology and other social science disciplines. A Choice Outstanding Academic Book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742504271
• ISBN13: 9780742504271
• Release Date: December 2000
• Publisher: AltaMira Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.1" x 5.8"