Social Research: An Evolving Process (2nd Edition)

A brief research methods book that discusses research not as a cut-and-dry set of procedures, but rather, an evolving inquiry process within real social settings. Social Research: An Evolving Process covers quantitative and qualitative approaches, and issues related to the research process, in a straightforward, easily understood format. It takes a unique sociological orientation to the research process, by emphasizing the social aspects of serious research, the flaws that can result, and ways to detect and correct those flaws. For sociologists, criminologists and social workers using research methods in their work.