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Understanding the Research Process



March 2010 | 160 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
Understanding the Research Process helps students understand the use of specialist vocabulary and terminology of educational and social science research.

The author explores the ways in which research terminology is used, and shows students

- how to use specialist research terminology appropriately

- how to distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate uses of research terminology

- how to understand the meaning of research terms

- how to disseminate research in a style which is clear and easily understood

The book is for final year undergraduates and masters students in humanities, education and social science subjects.

Paul Oliver is a widely-published author in the fields of education, philosophy and religious studies. He is currently principal lecturer in the School of Education and Professional Development, at the University of Huddersfield.

 
The Idea of Research
 
The Conceptual Range of a Research Study
 
Introducing Research Questions and Aims
 
Analyzing Previous Research
 
The Scientific Method
 
The Research Design
 
Data Collection Methods
 
Questions of Ethics
 
Presenting a Conclusion and Disseminating Research

A fairly straightforward introduction to the research process, this book now appears on the recommended reading list for several of the introductory nursing modules that I manage.

Mrs Mary Paget
School of human and health sciences, University of Wales, Swansea
July 12, 2010

This is a excellent book. It provides the reader with some useful information on the research process.

Dr Obrey Alexis
School of Health and Social care, Oxford Brookes University
July 12, 2010

Amazingly clear and readable.

Dr Amini Kamete
Environment & Natural Resources, University of Wales, Bangor
July 7, 2010
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Chapter Two


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