The author presents a model that ties together research processes across the various traditions and shows how different types of research interrelate. The book stresses the link between research and theory-building, and shows students how theory guides social research. It is sophisticated in its presentation, but provides explanation of higher-level concepts in an accessible and engaging manner. The book is an excellent guide for students who will be consumers of research, and who need to understand how theory and research interrelate. INDICE: Part I. Overview1. Visualizing ResearchPart II: Getting to Causal Theory2. Finding and Organizing Information3. Causal TheoryPart III. Verifying Theory4. Preparing to Test Hypotheses5. Testing HypothesesPart IV. Using Theory6. Applying Theory and Evaluating the Real World
- ISBN: 978-1-4833-0674-2
- Editorial: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 224
- Fecha Publicación: 31/12/2013
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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