{"product_id":"the-basics-of-social-research","title":"The Basics of Social Research","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Earl Babbie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788131527269\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01-01-2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10.2 x 8.1 x 1.0 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis thoroughly revised edition of Earl Babbie's widely-used textbook offers a clear, concise introduction to research methods as practiced by social scientists. It presents an accessible guide to the field, focusing on how research is conducted, why research is essential, and its practical applications in social sciences. The text integrates contemporary examples, such as issues related to terrorism, Alzheimer’s disease, anti-gay prejudice, education, and marijuana legalization, to illustrate the methods in social research and connect students to real-world research scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book has an increased emphasis on qualitative research, helping students engage with practical applications and understand theoretical concepts. It strikes a balance between being authoritative and student-friendly, ensuring that students can grasp the fundamental aspects of social research while seeing how it applies to various social issues. The text is divided into structured sections, covering the inquiry process, research design, modes of observation, and data analysis, making it a comprehensive resource for students in social science fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart One: An Introduction to Inquiry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman Inquiry and Science\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParadigms, Theory, and Research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ethics and Politics of Social Research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Two: The Structuring of Inquiry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Research Design\u003cbr\u003e5. Conceptualization, Operationalization, and Measurement\u003cbr\u003e6. Indexes, Scales, and Typologies\u003cbr\u003e7. The Logic of Sampling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Three: Modes of Observation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8. Experiments\u003cbr\u003e9. Survey Research\u003cbr\u003e10. Qualitative Field Research\u003cbr\u003e11. Unobtrusive Research\u003cbr\u003e12. Evaluation Research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Four: Analysis of Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e13. Qualitative Data Analysis\u003cbr\u003e14. Quantitative Data Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15. Reading and Writing Social Research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarl Babbie\u003c\/strong\u003e is a renowned sociologist and author, widely recognized for his contributions to the field of social research methods. He has authored several books and articles on research methodology and social science, and his work is considered foundational in guiding students through the complexities of research design, data analysis, and ethical considerations in social research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50019292905776,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_9788131527269","price":842.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/9788131527269.jpg?v=1756392939","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/the-basics-of-social-research","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}