Data Collection and Analysis (Published in association with The Open University) [Hardcover]

Roger Sapsford (Editor), Victor Jupp (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 23, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0761950451 | ISBN-13: 978-0761950455

In simple and nontechnical terms Data Collection and Analysis explains and illustrates the range of techniques and approaches used in social research projects. This comprehensive textbook covers both quantitative and qualitative approaches to data collection and analysis in social research, considering the structure and logic of research projects and the ethics and politics of research. A wide range of academic and applied research studies illustrate the text and a set of exercises runs throughout the book to aid the reader in understanding and planning research projects.

Editorial Reviews

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`An ideal and thought-provoking text for researchers in the social sciences. The chapters are interspersed with activity sessions where readers are invited to resolve certain issues which are then discussed in the text. The book is well referenced throughout' - Physiotherapy Journal

Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd (December 23, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761950451
• ISBN-13: 978-0761950455
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,788,238 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)