Basics of Social Research Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches 2nd Edition by W Lawrence Neuman ISBN 0205484379 9780205484379
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ISBN 10: 0205484379
ISBN 13: 9780205484379
Author: W. Lawrence Neuman
Table of contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction to Social Research
What is Social Research?
The Importance of Research in Social Sciences
Key Differences Between Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches
Ethical Issues in Social Research
Chapter 2: The Research Process
The Research Design
Formulating Research Questions
Operationalization and Hypothesis Testing
The Role of Theory in Social Research
Overview of Data Collection and Analysis
Chapter 3: Quantitative Research Methods
Introduction to Quantitative Research
Types of Quantitative Research Designs
Survey Research
Experimental Research
Sampling and Data Collection in Quantitative Research
Measurement and Scales in Quantitative Research
Chapter 4: Qualitative Research Methods
Introduction to Qualitative Research
Ethnography and Case Studies
In-Depth Interviews and Focus Groups
Grounded Theory and Phenomenology
Data Collection in Qualitative Research
Chapter 5: Data Collection Techniques
Survey Techniques: Questionnaires and Interviews
Observational Methods
Using Existing Data: Secondary Data and Content Analysis
Mixed Methods Approach
Chapter 6: Sampling
The Importance of Sampling in Social Research
Probability vs. Non-Probability Sampling
Types of Probability Sampling (Simple Random, Stratified, Cluster)
Types of Non-Probability Sampling (Convenience, Snowball, Purposive)
Sample Size and Power Analysis
Chapter 7: Measurement and Data Quality
The Nature of Measurement in Social Research
Validity and Reliability
Types of Measurement Scales: Nominal, Ordinal, Interval, Ratio
Ensuring Accuracy in Data Collection
Chapter 8: Data Analysis in Quantitative Research
Introduction to Statistical Analysis
Descriptive Statistics: Measures of Central Tendency and Dispersion
Inferential Statistics: Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Intervals
Correlation and Regression Analysis
Using SPSS and Other Statistical Software
Chapter 9: Data Analysis in Qualitative Research
Organizing and Coding Qualitative Data
Thematic Analysis
Narrative Analysis
Software for Qualitative Data Analysis (e.g., NVivo)
Validity and Trustworthiness in Qualitative Analysis
Chapter 10: Reporting and Presenting Research Findings
Writing Research Reports and Research Papers
Presenting Results: Tables, Graphs, and Narratives
Discussing Research Implications
Presenting Research in Academic and Policy Contexts
Chapter 11: Ethical Issues in Social Research
Ethics in Social Research
Informed Consent and Confidentiality
Research with Vulnerable Populations
Ethical Dilemmas and Social Responsibility
Chapter 12: Combining Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches
The Case for Mixed Methods Research
Designing and Implementing Mixed Methods Studies
Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Data
Challenges and Advantages of Mixed Methods Research
Chapter 13: Evaluating Research
Criteria for Evaluating Research Quality
Internal and External Validity
The Role of Peer Review and Replication
Understanding Limitations and Biases in Research
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