05205nam a2200685 a 4500 ocn743233813 EBZ 20260709102514.0 m d cr cnu---unuuu 110728s2011 enk ob 001 0 eng d 9780335239986 (electronic bk.) 0335239986 (electronic bk.) 1283152711 9781283152716 9786613152718 6613152714 9780335235674 0335235670 320C97BA-80C0-4E67-BFB6-463C53FAA0BB OverDrive, Inc. http://www.overdrive.com EBZ eng EBZ MAIN H61 .M39 2011eb SOC 024000 bisacsh SOC 019000 bisacsh SOC ukslc JH bicssc JHBC bicssc 300.72 22 May, Tim, 1957- Social Research : Issues, methods and process / Tim May. 4th ed. Maidenhead, Berkshire, England : McGraw Hill, Open University Press, 2011. 1 online resource (xv, 332 pages) text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier textual sapdv EBSCOhost Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-319) and indexes. pt. 1. Issues in social research -- pt. 2. Methods of social research -- pt. 3. Research in practice. May examines the research process in general and aspects of its practice in particular, in order to bridge the gap between theory and methods. This expanded edition incorporates the latest developments in social research. This fully revised and updated popular text successfully bridges the gap between theory and methods in social research, clearly illuminating these essential components for understanding the dynamics of social relations. The book is divided into two parts, with part one examining the issues and perspectives in social research and part two setting out the methods and processes. Updates to this edition include: A new chapter on case study research A new concluding chapter Links to additional websites and IT applications that are integrated throughout the book Updated experiential examples and scenarios More international examples The clear writing style, chapter summaries, questions for reflection and signposts to further readings continue to make this book the ideal companion to social research for students across the social sciences. In addition, it will be recognised as an invaluable source of reference for those practising and teaching social research who wish to keep abreast of key developments in the field. With contributions from Beth Perry (University of Salford) and Carole Sutton (University of Plymouth). This fully revised and updated popular text successfully bridges the gap between theory and methods in social research, clearly illuminating these essential components for understanding the dynamics of social relations. The book is divided into two parts, with part one examining the issues and perspectives in social research and part two setting out the methods and processes. Updates to this edition include: A new chapter on case study research A new concluding chapter Links to additional websites and IT applications that are integrated throughout the book Updated experiential examples and scenarios More international examples The clear writing style, chapter summaries, questions for reflection and signposts to further readings continue to make this book the ideal companion to social research for students across the social sciences. In addition, it will be recognised as an invaluable source of reference for those practising and teaching social research who wish to keep abreast of key developments in the field. With contributions from Beth Perry (University of Salford) and Carole Sutton (University of Plymouth). EBSCOhost "EBSCO evaluates our products based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and the related Section 508 and EN 301 549 regulations in the US and EU. Most EBSCO products are substantially conformant with WCAG 2.2 level AA." Source: https://connect.ebsco.com/s/article/EBSCO-VPATs?language=en_US. Last accessed April 22, 2025. English. Print version record. WorldCat record variable field(s) change: 650 Social sciences Research. Social sciences Research Methodology. Social sciences. Social Sciences Research Design Qualitative Research social sciences. aat SOCIAL SCIENCE Research. bisacsh SOCIAL SCIENCE Methodology. bisacsh Samhällsvetenskaplig forskning metodik. sao Electronic books. Print version: Social Research. Open Univ Pr 2011 9780335235674 https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=375113 CLICK HERE to access ebook ddc EBOOK 2590 2590