Introducing Social Research Methods

Download or read book Introducing Social Research Methods written by Janet M. Ruane and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-02-16 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing Social Research Methods: Essentials for Getting the Edge is a concise and student-friendly introduction to research methods that uses examples from around the world to illustrate the centrality of social science research in our everyday lives. Explains complex, multi-faceted concepts and methodologies in straightforward prose Designed for students who are new to or skeptical of social science research methods as useful tools for approaching real-world challenges Persuasively argues that social scientific proficiency unlocks an array of personal and professional opportunities beyond the realms of academia A supplementary website features a glossary, test bank, Power Point presentations, a comprehensive list of web resources, a guide to relevant TED lectures and much more