The Research Process

The sixth edition of The Research Process is an easy-to-use introduction to research methods. The book emphasizes the process of research in an accessible and readable way, taking a non-statistical and non-mathematical approach for new students. The Research Process will guide students through the research process, analysing and demonstrating a variety of research methods supported by extensive examples and illustrations to explain the fundamental concepts of the research process and its application. New to this edition: New co-author Susan Carland brings an expertise in several areas of sociology and research Updated references including discussion of online research and examples from a wide range of disciplines Questions for review: end of chapter comprehension and activity questions provide a chance to reflect and test knowledge of chapter content