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Learn how to be a rigorous social researcher with this incisive and engaging book for students studying A level Sociology or starting sociology at university. Examine each major sociological method where research into crime, family life and education is explored in depth, and illustrated using classic and contemporary sociological studies.
Easy to weave into current courses to make the study of Sociology more relevant, cutting edge and inclusive
Explore the array of research methods sociologists use to understand how society shapes personal troubles, truths and triumphs. Discover how sociological research studies (classic and contemporary) showcase the application of these methods, and learn about the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods. Packed with case studies and opportunities to reflect and challenge readers, How to be a Social Researcher will appeal to anyone with an interest in sociology as well as supporting those studying it at school, college, or university.
The perfect companion to How to be a Sociologist and other Sociology A level texts, this book supports and celebrates the enduring value and importance of social research methods.
Contents
Chapter 1: What is social research?
Chapter 2: How to be a social researcher
Chapter 3: Doing your own social research
Chapter 4: Official statistics
Chapter 5: Social surveys
Chapter 6: Interviews
Chapter 7: Observations
Chapter 8: Documentary methods
Chapter 9: Experiments
Chapter 10: Mixed methods: society as a kaleidoscope
Chapter 11: Shaking up methods: new sociological mixologies
Chapter 12: A final turn of the kaleidoscope: the enduring importance of social research
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About the Author
Authors Dr Sarah Cant and Dr Jennifer Hardes teach and research at Canterbury Christ Church University. They are working to enhance school-university collaboration.
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Key Stage 5 Sociology
AS Sociology
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