Research Methods

by Steve Chapman, Patrick McNeill

Since its first edition in 1985, Patrick McNeill's Research Methods has become a classic introductory text for students of sociology at A level and in undergraduate courses as well as for a range of specialists in education, business, social care and medicine who need a brief but authoritative account of how sociologists set about conducting research. After a brief overview of the history of sociological research which introduces key concepts, this new edition, co-authored with Steve Chapman, describes the main sociological research methods, and includes sections on theory, science and values as well as: Including an appendix of questions which students should ask when they are evaluating accounts of research, this lasting text retains the clarity of style of the second edition, and brings the content up-to-date.

214 pages, Hardcover

First published March 8, 1990

About the author

Steve Chapman and his wife, Annie Chapman, are award-winning musicians who take their message of Christ-centered family to fans all over North America. Steve’s enthusiasm for Jesus, family, hunting, and humor shine in his books, including A Look at Life from a Deer Stand (nearly 300,000 copies sold), The Hunter’s Cookbook (with Annie Chapman), and Great Hunting Stories.

Reviews

[roser :) · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Ly Casnocha · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think Patrick McNeill compiled a usable work regarding the matter of modern research methodology. I think it is relatively comprehensive and applicable for anyone concerned about effective and objective methodology in order to search for new knowledge in the modern age. In this work I think it provided different aspects regarding this matter. Overall, I evaluate it as a usable and applicable for most modern scientists and inventors.