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Modern social theory : key debates and new directions.
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ISBN: 1857283864 9781857283860 Year: 1997 Publisher: London UCL press

Structure, interaction and social theory
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ISBN: 0710007620 Year: 1981 Publisher: London Routledge and Kegan Paul


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Investigative research : theory and practice
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ISBN: 9781446287521 9781446287538 144628753X 1526485281 1526422360 1526422387 Year: 2018 Publisher: London : SAGE Publications Ltd,

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With its unique modelling and mapping of social processes, investigative research offers an alternative approach to social research. This book guides you through the theoretical grounding and rules you need to effectively combine the evidence-based explanations of social behaviour and distinctive strategies of data collection associated with investigative research. It helps you answer key investigative questions like: . How are models and maps of social reality crucial to the formulation of research problems and questions? . What are the main phases, challenges, and theories of investigative research? . How does investigative research compare with other research approaches, like surveys, case studies, grounded theory, and mixed methods? . How can you control the quality and validity of your investigative research? With its clear focus on investigative research exploration, description, and explanation, this book gives you the solid building blocks needed to manage and integrate the theoretical and practical issues in your work.

Sociological practice : linking theory and social research
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ISBN: 0761954295 0761954309 1446275825 1849209944 144623682X Year: 1998 Publisher: London : SAGE,

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'Sociological Practice' not only provides a systematic overview of the relationship between theory and research, but also develops strategies for bringing them closer together.

Emotion in social life : the lost heart of society
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ISBN: 9786610368792 1446231038 076194365X 1412932696 1280368799 9781412932691 9781446215661 1446215660 6610368791 9781446231036 9781280368790 9780761943655 0761943668 9780761943662 Year: 2004 Publisher: London : SAGE,

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Interpersonal relations between real people are the essential heart of society but it is a 'heart' that has for too long been overlooked in social and psychological analysis. The book outlines a new way of thinking about control and power in everyday life.


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Doing excellent small-scale research.
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ISBN: 9781849201834 9781849201827 Year: 2013 Publisher: London Sage

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"In this inspiring and engaging book, readers are presented with the key principles and practices of small-scale research. In addition, the book provides a peerless introduction to the key features involved in the process of research design and practice. Written in a clear, accessible way and drawing on exciting up-to-date examples, this book makes for a crucial companion on the way to research excellence. Based on Derek Layder's solid background as a researcher, supervisor and teacher, Doing Excellent Small-Scale Research: Leads the researcher through the actual process of doing a research project from start to finish ; Offers a comprehensive outline of general areas and issues such as preparation and planning, developing research questions, interviewing and sampling ; Reflects upon research as a social and human process ; Provides systematic guidelines and advice above and beyond technical essentials. This book is invaluable to both students and researchers interested in social interaction - informing, guiding and inspiring them towards excellent small-scale research."--Publisher's website.

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