The foundations of social research: meaning and perspective in the research p…

The Foundations of Social Research details the major epistemological stances and theoretical perspectives that colour and shape current social research: positivism; constructionism; interpretivism; critical enquiry, feminism; and postmodernism

An invitation to social research: how it's done

With real-world examples and an emphasis on ethics throughout, AN INVITATION TO SOCIAL RESEARCH: HOW IT'S DONE, Fifth Edition combines balanced coverage of quantitative and qualitative methods of social research with a unique "behind the scenes" approach. Built on focal research pieces and excerpts from real research projects, chapters present the insights, perspectives, and challenges of actua…

The foundations of social research: meaning and perspective in the research p…

Choosing a research method can be bewildering. How can you be sure which methodology is appropriate, or whether your chosen combination of methods is consistent with the theoretical perspective you want to take? This book links methodology and theory with great clarity and precision, showing students and researchers how to navigate the maze of conflicting terminology. The major epistemological …

Doing Qualitative Research in Politics: Integrating Theory Building and Polic…

This volume offers unique perspectives on how to engage in methods of inquiry in Political Science. Applying the debate in the field over the validity of qualitative methods, the authors illustrate how various methodological approaches are both rigorous and empirically rich. Each of the chapters consists of a particular methodological approach that offers useful insight into pressing political …

Cities and urban life

Description: A comprehensive introduction to urban sociology Cities and Urban Life, written by two of the best-known authors in the field, provides a comprehensive introduction to urban sociology, urban anthropology and urban studies. The focus of the text is sociological, but it also incorporates research and theory from other disciplines. Upon completing this book, readers will be able to…

An invitation to social research: how its done

Edition

4th ed.

ISBN/ISSN

9780495813293

Collation

xix, 516 p. : ill.; 24 cm.

Series Title

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Call Number

[KOM-LIB-245]

Sociology

Edition

16th ed

ISBN/ISSN

9781292161471

Collation

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Series Title

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Call Number

[KOM-LIB-219]

Sociology

Sociology, 15/e empowers students to see the world around them through a sociological lens, helping them better understand their own lives. The text is written to help students find and use the science of social behavior in everyday life. Author John Macionis takes students step-by-step through the theories and research that make up the discipline of sociology. This narrative, along with a glob…

Contemporary social theory: an introduction

In this comprehensive, stylish and accessible introduction to contemporary social theory, Anthony Elliott examines the major social theoretical traditions. The first edition set new standards for introductory textbooks, such was the far-reaching sweep of social theorists discussed - including Theodor Adorno, Herbert Marcuse, Michel Foucault, Jacques Lacan, Jacques Derrida, Anthony Giddens, Pier…

Social research methods: qualitative and quantitative approaches

Edition

7th.ed

ISBN/ISSN

9781292020235

Collation

xiii, 545 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Series Title

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Call Number

[POL-LIB-538]