Doing Excellent Small-Scale Research

By Derek Layder

Book Overview

In this inspiring and engaging book, readers are presented with the key principles and practices of small-scale research. In addition, the book provides a peerless introduction to the key features involved in the process of research design and practice. Written in a clear, accessible way and drawing on exciting up-to-date examples, this book makes for a crucial companion on the way to research excellence.

Based on Derek Layder′s solid background as a researcher, supervisor and teacher, Doing Excellent Small-Scale Research
Leads the researcher through the actual process of doing a research project from start to finishOffers a comprehensive outline of general areas and issues such as preparation and planning, developing research questions, interviewing and samplingReflects upon research as a social and human processProvides systematic guidelines and advice above and beyond technical essentialsThis book is invaluable to both students and researchers interested in social interaction - informing, guiding and inspiring them towards excellent small-scale research.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1849201838
• ISBN13: 9781849201834
• Release Date: November 2012
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"