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Making Sense of the Social World Methods of Investigation - Pine Forge Press Publication
Author: Daniel F. Chambliss, Daniel F. Chambliss, Russell K. Schutt, Russell K. Schutt

"First, I would adopt-not just consider-this book. The writing style is direct and easy to follow. The issues are treated in context, with good examples. The authors do a great job of presenting the material in a way that prevents students from asking "how is this relevant to what I do?" I do wish I had written this book myself."-- Ronald... more » Perry, Arizona State University"The text?s strengths, bottom line, are that it?s casual and accessible, yet thorough and accurate. It is very up-to-date using good examples from very contemporary social science research."-- Mark Edwards, Oregon State University"The strength of this text is in its brevity. In a one semester course, it is impossible to cover all the topics in a comprehensive text in any depth. I would rather my students learn the fundamentals of doing research ? a few topics in depth. They can then build on this knowledge, if they need to, in order to learn new types of analysis. I also like the types and varieties of exercises included in the text."--Ann Marie Kinnell, University of Southern Mississippi Many students approach the subject of social science research methods with a sense of anxiety. It is a dreaded requirement or a means to an end. These students need a more comprehensible than comprehensive approach to research methods. They require a text that is fun to read as well as challenging; relevant to everyday experience as well as a necessary foundation for more advanced courses. Making Sense of the Social World: Methods of Investigation presents an engaging, accessible, and accurate introduction to social research. Authors Daniel F. Chambliss and Russell K. Schutt present the logic and essential techniques of research methods with a light, readable writing style and without skimping on critical concepts or recent developments. More than a brief derivative of Schutt?s widely successful Investigating the Social World, this compelling volume focuses on validity as a unifying concept and supplies an integrated treatment of research ethics and research practices with innovative examples and exercises.Designed for maximum impact and minimal frustration, this reader-friendly text includes

Substantive examples drawn from everyday experience and current social issues
A thorough treatment of qualitative methods
Stimulating, straightforward exercises and engaging prose retain student interest
A CD-ROM with key concepts, qualitative analysis software, data for SPSS analysis, and links to related Web sites
Companion study site on the Web at http://www.pineforge.com/mssw2 with interactive self-quizzes, electronic flash cards, Web-driven research activities and more to help students master the content while doing some Web-based research.

Intended as a methods text for Sociology, Criminal Justice, Media Studies, Political Science, and Public Administration undergraduate students, Making Sense of the Social World is indispensable reading for anyone who needs a functional understanding of research methods.

ISBN-13: 9780761987871
ISBN-10: 0761987878
Publication Date: 3/25/2003
Pages: 368
Edition: Bk&CD-Rom
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Publisher: Pine Forge Press
Book Type: Paperback
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