[(A Gentle Guide to Research Methods)] [Author: Gordon Rugg] published on

by Gordon Rugg

IF YOU ARE ABOUT TO DO A RESEARCH PROJECT, THEN THIS IS THE IDEAL GUIDE FOR YOU.A Gentle Guide to Research Methods explains what research is, andguides you through choosing and using the method best suited to yourneeds, with detailed examples from a wide range of disciplines. It alsogives you practical “nuts and bolts” advice about how to avoid classicproblems and how to get the most out of your project.Written in a down-to-earth and highly accessible style, this unique bookprovides an overview of the “big picture” of research and of how this linksto practical details. It covers the whole process of conducting research,Choosing a research topic and research design Data collection methods Data analysis and statistics Writing up The authors also provide invaluable advice about planning your researchso that it can help you with your career plans and life aspirations.Drawing on numerous examples from student projects, A Gentle Guideto Research Methods will guide you through your project towards ahappy ending.

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First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Gordon Rugg is a former timberyard worker and English lecturer turned field archaeologist. His PhD was in Psychology, on attitude theory; he then worked in Artificial Intelligence, moving from there to information retrieval and then software engineering for safety-critical systems. His current research includes a collaboration with a NASA researcher looking for life on other planets, and research into ancient technologies.

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[Matīss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Title describes everything. Must read.