{"product_id":"social-research-methods-9780199202959","title":"Social Research Methods","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow in a vivid full-color format  the third edition of Social Research Methods provides students with a uniquely straightforward explanation of the central approaches and techniques in social research methods. Integrating theory with practice  author Alan Bryman demonstrates the contexts in which different research methods are used and also shows how they should be implemented.  In clear  student-friendly language  Bryman covers both qualitative and quantitative research methods--and the differences between them--as well as mixed-methods research  a subject on which he is an authority. Avoiding complicated mathematical formulas  he takes a non-technical approach to the range of tools available for the analysis of quantitative data. This approach provides students with a clear guide for creating their own research projects  choosing a method of analysis  interpreting their findings  and writing up their research.  Thoroughly revised and updated in this third edition  Social Research Methods features exciting new boxed material  including helpful \"Research in Focus\" boxes that put real-life research in perspective; reinforcing \"Key Concepts\" boxes that provide definitions of new terms; handy \"Tips and Skills\" boxes offering practical advice; and finally  engaging \"Thinking Deeper\" boxes  which introduce discussion topics and debates on the complexities of social research methods. The text also includes several brand-new chapters.  Offering an insightful perspective on the nature of social research and a practical guide to doing it  Social Research Methods  Third Edition  is an ideal text for both undergraduate and graduate courses in social research methods.  New to this Edition BL New boxed material  including actual student experiences that detail the practices and problems social science students may encounter in the research process BL A brand new chapter  \"The Literature Review \" which introduces the main steps in beginning a research project and conducting a critical review of literature BL A revised chapter  \"Planning a Research Project and Formulating Research Questions \" which takes students through the research process and offers advice on how to best manage it BL Fully updated material on using the internet as a source of data and a medium for conducting research BL New screen-shots and step-by-step instructions for the latest versions of SPSS and NVivo  which help students analyze quantitative and qualitative data  Supplements A Companion Website for both students and instructors. BL For instructors  the website offers a test bank  PowerPoint slides  notes to accompany the slides  and case studies with questions. BL For students  the site provides instant feedback multiple-choice questions  web links  an online research guide  interactive Excel tutorials  an interactive project guide  and accounts of real-life student research experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45280094978101,"sku":"ByrdShop_0199202958","price":64.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780199202959.jpg?v=1780620620","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/social-research-methods-9780199202959","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}