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OverviewThe most accessible and practical guide to research methods written especially for politics and international relations students. Key features - Discusses step-by-step how to conduct research to support students through the entire research process - Broad coverage of both quantitative and qualitative methods makes it relevant to any research project - Discussion of key debates of theory, methodology, and the philosophy of social science to broaden students' knowledge of research methods - Includes a range of learning features such as chapter summaries and test questions to re-enforce students' understanding of research methods - Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support New to this Edition - New content on mixed methods in Chapter 6 to highlight the advantages of using different methods or approaches as part of the same study. - Additional coverage of recent debates and concerns about transparency in research and Full Product DetailsAuthor: Sandra Halperin (Professor of International Relations, emerita, Professor of International Relations, emerita) , Oliver Heath (Professor of Politics, Professor of Politics, Royal Holloway, University of London)Publisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Edition: 4th Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 24.50cm Weight: 1.152kg ISBN: 9780192846068ISBN 10: 019284606 Pages: 608 Publication Date: 15 May 2025 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents1: Political Research Part I: The Philosophy of Social Science Research 2: Forms of Knowledge in the Study of the Social World 3: Objectivity and Values Part II: How to do Research: An Overview 4: Asking Questions: How to Find and Formulate Research Questions 5: Finding Answers: Theories and How to Apply Them 6: Research Design 7: What is Data? Part III: How to do Research in Practice 8: Experimental Research 9: Comparative Research 10: Historical Research 11: Surveys 12: Interviewing and Focus Groups 13: Ethnography and Participant Observation 14: Textual Analysis 15: Quantitative Analysis: Description and Inference 16: Patterns of Association: Bivariate Analysis 17: A Guide to Multivariate AnalysisReviewsA comprehensive introductory guide that provides students with theoretical knowledge on the principles of research design and methods alongside significant practical tips to get them started. * Dr Adrian Millican, Durham University * Author InformationSandra Halperin, Professor of International Relations, emerita, Royal Holloway, University of London Oliver Heath, Professor of Politics, Royal Holloway, University of London Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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