The research companion : a practical guide for those in social sciences, health and development / Petra M. Boynton.
| Author/creator | Boynton, Petra M. author. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 2nd edition. |
| Publication | London ; New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2017. |
| Description | 289 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Acknowledgements -- First steps -- Planning research -- Starting out -- Completing research -- Participants -- Researcher safety and well-being -- Once a study's underway -- End results and reporting findings -- Endnote -- References -- Author index -- Subject index. |
| Abstract | "The Research Companion focuses on the practical skills needed to complete research in the social or health sciences and development. It covers the behind-the-scenes essentials you need to run an effective and ethical piece of research and offers clear, honest advice to help avoid typical problems and improve standards and outcomes. It addresses each stage of the research process from thinking of a research idea, through to managing, monitoring, completing and reporting your project, and working effectively and safely with participants and colleagues."--Publisher's description. |
| General note | Revised edition of the author's The research companion, 2004. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and indexes. |
| LCCN | 2016013508 |
| ISBN | 9781138917606 (hardback ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1138917605 (hardback ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9781138917613 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1138917613 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | (e-book) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | H62 .B6289 2017 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |