Martyn Denscombe Livres

The book is written for undergraduate, postgraduate and professional students in the social sciences, business studies, health studies, media studies and education who need to undertake research projects as part of their studies.

Provides an insight to the logic behind research proposals and the way that good proposals address 7 basic questions that readers can ask when they evaluate any proposal. This book draws a parallel between a research proposal and a sales pitch. It provides guidance on what to include and what to omit from your proposal.

This bestselling introductory book offers practical and straightforward guidance on the basics of social research, ideal for anyone who needs to conduct small-scale research projects as part of their undergraduate, postgraduate or professional studies. The book provides: - A clear, straightforward introduction to data collection methods and data analysis - Jargon-free coverage of the key issues - Checklists to guide good practice The sixth edition has been extensively updated and includes features such as: - A new chapter on the Life Course Perspective - A new chapter on Literature Reviews - New material on the Delphi Technique - An updated and expanded chapter on the analysis of Quantitative Data - New examples and illustrations throughout

"This is a valuable resource for students who need to conduct a research project as part of their studies and anyone who wants to submit an application for research funding. The new edition is perfect for master's students planning a dissertation, undergraduate students approaching their final year project, and PhD students applying for acceptance onto a doctoral programme."--Provided by publisher

"The Good Research Guide provides practical and straightforward guidance for those who need to conduct small-scale research projects as part of their undergraduate, postgraduate or professional studies. The 7th edition covers topics in a clear, user-friendly style outlining the key points and explaining why they are important. The new edition has been updated throughout and has additional material on topics such as social media research, online surveys, image-based research and participatory action research. It also features new chapters on how to prepare for a research project, with specific guidance on: how to undertake a literature review, how to write a research proposal,how to ensure the research is ethical, how to locate the project within a research paradigm. Full of practical advice and valuable examples, this is the go-to book for students looking to improve their research skills." -- provided by publisher