Practical Research and Evaluation

1st Edition

A Start-to-Finish Guide for Practitioners

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This book is a starter ′DIY′ text for practitioners who are looking to conduct evaluation studies and research as part of their own professional practice.
<p>The growing emphasis on evidence-based practice means that there is an increasing need for practitioners to have at least a basic understanding of research, be aware of methodological pitfalls and to be updated on new methods. This book provides a practical, user-friendly guide to social science research methods for professionals who have benefited from little, if any, formal research methods training but find themselves in a role that requires them to read and understand complex research findings and carry out their own research as part of their professional practice.</p>
<p>Practical Research and Evaluation is aimed at practitioners working in education, health, social care and community work. Many in this market are non-graduates or are those whose study did not contain a research element, but are required to know how research works. This book has three main aims which will benefit this audience - to enable readers to carry out small-scale research projects of their own, provide them with the basic understanding necessary to commission research, and enable them to better understand and evaluate critically research reports.</p>
<p>This book is designed specifically for ′Do-it-Yourself′ researchers working in the public or voluntary sectors. It is accessible and relevant to practitioners, uses non-technical language wherever possible and employs grounded examples, practical tips, checklists and readings lists throughout.</p>

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ISBNs 9781446248164, 1446244407, 9781847870049, 9781847870049, 9781446244401, 9781847870032, 9781847870049, 184787004X
Language English
Number of Pages 272
Edition 1st