ISBN: 9788131101421    Publisher: Commenwealth Publishers Year of publishing: 2014     No of Pages: 336        Language: English

Social research involves the interaction between ideas and evidence. Ideas help social researchers make sense of evidence, and researchers use evidence to extend, revise and test ideas. Social research thus attempts to create or validate theories through data collection and data analysis, and its goal is exploration, description and explanation. It should never lead or be mistaken with philosophy or belief. This book aims to provide an accessible, practically-oriented introduction to research in social science. It seeks to develop students' awareness and appreciation of the wide range of research methods and practices available and the unique value and limitations of each. It is hoped that this book will inspire students to continue their engagement with social research by presenting the requisite introductory skills within a framework of exciting, up-to-date, relevant research.
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