Bell Judith, Waters Stephen. Doing Your Research Project: A Guide for First-time Researchers

7th edition. — McGraw-Hill Education, 2018. — 356 p. — ISBN 978-0-335-24338-9.This is the market-leading book for anyone conducting a research project, whether for the first time or as an experienced researcher honing their skills. Clear, concise and readable, this bestselling resource provides a practical, step-by-step guide from initial concept to completion of your research report. This practical, no-nonsense guide is vital reading for all those embarking on undergraduate or postgraduate study, irrespective of discipline, and for professionals in such fields as social science, education and health.Preparing the Ground
The Researcher and the Research Journey
Approaches to Research
Planning the Project
Ethics and Integrity in Research
Reading, Referencing and the Management of Information
Literature Searching
The Review of the Literature
Selecting Methods of Data Collection
The Analysis of Documentary Evidence
Using the Internet and Social Media in Research
Designing and Administering Surveys
Planning and Conducting Interviews
Diaries, Logs, Critical Incidents, Blogs and Vlogs
Observation
Interpreting the Evidence and Reporting the Findings
Interpreting the Evidence and Reporting the Findings
Writing the Report