Introduction to Social Research (Paperback)

Keith F. Punch

ISBN 10: 1036209695 / ISBN 13: 9781036209698

Published by Sage Publications Ltd, London, 2025

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Paperback. Unlock the secrets of social research with Keith F. Punchs expertly crafted guide!This fourth edition dives deep into the essentials of research, covering theory, ethics, data collection, and analysis. With chapters dedicated to developing research questions, conducting literature reviews, and writing up findings, this book empowers you to master both quantitative and qualitative methods.You will learn: How to develop genuine empirical questions to guide your research. Practical tips for collecting and analysing various types of data. Real-life applications and examples to ground your understanding. Strategies for effective research writing and presenting your findings.Perfect for undergraduate and postgraduate students, this book lays a solid foundation for anyone embarking on their research journey. A bestselling guide to the entire research process, from formulating a research question to writing up your research. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Social Research (Paperback)
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd, London
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1036209695
• ISBN 13: 9781036209698
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Unlock the secrets of social research with Keith F. Punch′s expertly crafted guide!

This fourth edition dives deep into the essentials of research, covering theory, ethics, data collection, and analysis. With chapters dedicated to developing research questions, conducting literature reviews, and writing up findings, this book empowers you to master both quantitative and qualitative methods.

You will learn:

·         - How to develop genuine empirical questions to guide your research.

·         - Practical tips for collecting and analysing various types of data.

·         - Real-life applications and examples to ground your understanding.

·         - Strategies for effective research writing and presenting your findings.

Perfect for undergraduate and postgraduate students, this book lays a solid foundation for anyone embarking on their research journey.

Keith F Punch is an Emeritus Professor in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Western Australia and Adjunct Professor at several other universities.

 

About the Author

Keith F. Punch is a social research expert and was Winthrop Professor in the Graduate School of Education, the University of Western Australia, and is now Professor Emeritus in the University of Western Australia.