TY  - BOOK
AU  - Kumar,Ranjit
TI  - Research methodology: a step-by-step guide for beginners 
SN  - 9781446269961
AV  - H61 .K86 2014
U1  - 300.72 23
PY  - 2014///
CY  - Los Angeles
PB  - Sage
KW  - Social sciences
KW  - Research
KW  - Methodology
N1  - Includes bibliographic references and index; 1. Research : a way of thinking
2. The research process : a quick glance
Step I. Formulating a research problem. 3. Reviewing the literature
4. Formulating a research problem
5. Identifying variables
6. Constructing hypotheses
Step II. Conceptualizing a research design. 7. The research design
8. Selecting a study design
Step III. Constructing an instrument for data collection. 9. Selecting a method of data collection
10. Collecting data using attitudinal scales
11. Establishing the validity and reliability of a research instrument
N2  - This text has been written specifically for those with no previous experience of research or research methodology. Written in a logical and accessible style and providing helpful techniques and examples, it breaks the process of designing and doing a research project into eight manageable operational steps. The book guides you through your project from beginning to end by offering practical advice on: formulating a research question ; ethical considerations ; carrying out a literature review ; choosing a research design ; selecting a sample ; collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data ; writing a research report. The book is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students in the social sciences embarking on quantitative or qualitative research projects
ER  -