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Research Methodology Ranjit Kumar

Research Methodology By Ranjit Kumar

Research Methodology by Ranjit Kumar

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This fourth edition continues to make the research project process a manageable feat for those new to research, and will be instrumental in helping students learn how to apply research methodology to their own work

Research Methodology Summary

Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners by Ranjit Kumar

Lecturers - request an e-inspection copy of this text or contact your local SAGE representative to discuss your course needs.

Research Methodology: A Step by Step Guide for Beginners has been written specifically for those with no previous experience of research or research methodology. Written in a logical and accessible style and providing helpful techniques and examples, it breaks the process of designing and doing a research project into eight manageable operational steps. The book guides you through your project from beginning to end by offering practical advice on:

  • formulating a research question
  • ethical considerations
  • carrying out a literature review
  • choosing a research design
  • selecting a sample
  • collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data
  • writing a research report.

The book is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students in the social sciences embarking on quantitative or qualitative research projects.

Research Methodology Reviews

This edition contains essential information for beginning researchers and it is presented in a clear and coherent way which engages the reader. The reader is carefully supported through references to research, questions posed and very well thought through examples. This is a publication which is a pleasure to read cover to cover, although it can be dipped into as necessary. Careful and appropriate support is provided to enable a beginning researcher to start research with an appropriate level of confidence. -- Dr Liane Purnell
This is a very good book for people who are unfamiliar with the research process. It steps the student through the rationale of doing research in the social sciences and the step by step approach to building up the research capability that masters or early doctoral students will need. It does not cover some areas of the foundations of research, for example the philosophy behind conducting this type of research and, therefore this would have to be supplemented by other texts. However, I have added this to our reading list and would recommend it particularly to those who have been out of academia for a while and have not conducted empirical research in the past. -- Dr. Claire Collins * Inspection Copy Feedback *
Excellent book, explains research methodology really well, clear and easy to follow. I will be using this book on a number of programmes to develop students understanding of research methodology. -- Mark Barnett

About Ranjit Kumar

Dr Ranjit Kumar taught at Curtin University of Technology and the University of Western Australia for 30 years. He is currently a freelance research and evaluation consultant in Western Australia.

Table of Contents

Research: A Way of Thinking The Research Process: A Quick Glance STEP I: FORMULATING A RESEARCH PROBLEM Reviewing the Literature Formulating a Research Problem Identifying Variables Constructing Hypotheses STEP II: CONCEPTUALISING A RESEARCH DESIGN The Research Design Selecting a Study Design STEP III: CONSTRUCTING AN INSTRUMENT FOR DATA COLLECTION Selecting a Method of Data Collection Collecting Data Using Attitudinal Scales Establishing the Validity and Reliability of a Research Instrument STEP IV: SELECTING A SAMPLE Selecting a Sample STEP V: WRITING A RESEARCH PROPOSAL Writing a Research Proposal STEP VI: COLLECTING DATA Considering Ethical Issues in Data Collection STEP VII: PROCESSING AND DISPLAYING DATA Processing Data Displaying Data STEP VIII: WRITING A RESEARCH REPORT Writing a Research Report

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GOR006476793
9781446269978
1446269973
Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners by Ranjit Kumar
Ranjit Kumar
Used - Very Good
Paperback
SAGE Publications Ltd
2014-01-14
432
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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