Research Books
Mindful Inquiry in Social Research
This innovative introduction to research in the social sciences guides students and new researchers through the maze of research traditions, cultures of inquiry and epistemological frameworks. It... (more)
Qualitative evaluation
An excellent practical introduction to the strategies and methods of qualitative evaluation. 226 pages. (more)
Food Supply Chain Management:
This title, aimed at those studying to enter, those supplying, and those working in the food industry internationally, focuses on the management of the food supply from food produced on the farm,... (more)
Online Research Methods for Psychologists
Featuring a wealth of examples and practical advice, this is the best possible resource for students conducting research online. Bringing together key topics, this student-friendly textbook guides... (more)
Health and Social Research in Multiethnic Societies
Research on ethnicity is relevant to a wide variety of health, economic and social issues in modern societies. This is reflected in the growing body of research with a focus on ethnicity. This is the... (more)
Fieldwork, participation and practice: Ethics and dilemmas in qualitative research
A timely and topical look at the role of ethics in fieldwork, taking into account some of the major issues confronting qualitative researchers. There are two main purposes of this book: to promote an... (more)
Co-operative Inquiry: Research into the human condition
This book will encourage and support students, researchers and professionals in all walks of life who are looking for a way of doing research that makes participative forms of knowing and... (more)
Integrating Postmodern Therapy and Qualitative Research: Guiding Theory and Practice
This book gathers from postmodern theories of therapeutic research and practice to demonstrate how these approaches can be effectively integrated into methods of data collection and analysis. ... (more)
Doing Social Psychology Research
Introduces students to the principal data collection methods and data analyses used in social psychology. This book describes the principal research methods and shows how they can be applied to... (more)
New Qualitative Methodologies in Health and Social Care Research
This edited volume brings together innovative contributions from a range of health and social care professionals and research scientists who are interested in introducing new approaches to... (more)
Evaluating Research Methods in Psychology: A Case Study Approach
Using a series of over 40 case studies, this valuable text illustrates the processes and pitfalls involved in evaluating psychological research. The author describes each case in a clear and concise... (more)