Introduction to Research Methods
A Hands-On Approach
- Bora Pajo - Mercyhurst University, USA
With clear, engaging, and humorous prose, Introduction to Research Methods: A Hands-on Approach offers readers an applied introduction to the exciting world of social science research. Using real, annotated research examples, the text invites readers to see research as a dynamic conversation on timely topics that are relevant to their lives.
Robust pedagogy, practical tips, and FREE instructor and student online resources provide extensive support for a successful hands-on experience with research.
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Anyone who teaches or has ever taught research methods will appreciate Bora Pajo's personal insight and motivation to cultivate an application-based textbook that corresponds to the active nature of the curriculum itself.
Provides more detailed discussion of "why" each part of the research process is important toward achieving the overall goal.
The conversational style and relatable examples will help students to overcome inhibitions to learning methods in social science research.
The application-based approach will be a welcome change for students.
I really appreciate the addition of the "Ethics in Research" chapter and ethical considerations in almost every chapter.
For too long research methods textbooks have focused on techniques devoid of real experience. Bora Pajo's book is taking research methods preparation in the right direction and I think a generation of social science researchers will be better for it.
Pajo's book will give students the connection between the course concepts and real world application.
The step-by-step approach the author takes with this text may just be tool I need to assist my students in taking an interest in research even beyond this course.
This an accessible, well-organized text geared towards underclass students. It demystifies the research process and makes it seem engaging, rewarding and fun.
This text seems to integrate the larger "so what" question, which I am currently doing through a patchwork of articles and real-life examples. Having all of this material (scientific method, research questions, data collection, descriptive stats, qualitative approaches, etc) all in on one place, this book is a major improvement on what I am now using.
