Buch, Englisch, 480 Seiten, Format (B × H): 181 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 676 g
Buch, Englisch, 480 Seiten, Format (B × H): 181 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 676 g
ISBN: 978-0-19-543902-1
Verlag: OUP Canada
The Dynamics of Criminological Research is a comprehensive, practical, and student-friendly guide to research methods in criminology. Starting with a chapter on scientific inquiry and the relevance of research methods to everyday life, moving on to integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches in every chapter, and ending with a full chapter on mixed methods, this new Canadian offering captures student interest from the beginning and keeps them engaged throughout. The presentation of concepts and techniques within relatable real-world examples, and appendices on practical topics such as report writing and secondary data sources make The Dynamics of Criminological Research a necessary tool to help students learn the skills needed to design, interpret, and critically evaluate empirical research in criminology and criminal justice.
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- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- PART I An Introduction to Scientific Inquiry
- 1: What Is Scientific Inquiry?
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Ability to Question Information
- Types of Knowledge
- Theoretical Foundations
- Types of Research in Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 2: How Are Research Projects Structured?
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Scientific Method
- Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Research Designs
- Practical Considerations: The Initial Steps to Designing a Research Project
- Ethical and Political Considerations
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- PART II Nuts and Bolts of Conducting Research
- 3: Quantitative and Qualitative Measurement
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- The Preliminary Steps of Measurement
- Quality of Measurement
- Quantitative Research
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 4: How Do I Find My Research Subjects?
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Logistical Considerations
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 5: Experimental Research Designs
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Appropriate Topics and Research Questions
- The Logic Behind Experiments
- Experimental Settings
- True (Classical) Experiments
- Pre- and Quasi-Experimental Designs
- Threats to Internal and External Validity
- Practical Aspects of Conducting Experiments
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- PART III Data Collection Techniques
- 6: Surveys and Interviews
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Research Applications
- Surveys
- Interviews
- Focus Groups
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 7: Ethnographic Field Research
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Some History
- What Is Field Research?
- Where Do I Start?
- Field Roles
- Gaining and Maintaining Access
- Entering the Field
- Field Notes
- I'm in the Field-Now What?
- Alternative Approaches
- Ethics
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 8: Unobtrusive Methods and Secondary Data
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Historical Research
- Content Analysis
- Secondary Data Analysis
- Agency Records
- A Different Spin
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- PART IV Interpreting and Making Sense of the Data
- 9: Interpreting Quantitative Data
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Preparing for Quantitative Analyses
- Univariate Analysis: What Does My Data Look Like?
- Bivariate Analysis: Are They Related?
- Multivariate Statistics: Analyzing the Complexity of Life
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 10: Interpreting Qualitative Data
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Analyzing Numbers Versus Words
- The Process of Analyzing the Data
- The Method to the Madness
- Nuts and Bolts: Where Do I Start?
- Putting the Pieces of the Puzzle Together
- Grounded Theory
- Looking at the Analysis a Different Way: Some Alternatives
- Computer-Assisted Data Analysis
- Authenticity: Evaluating Qualitative Research
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- PART V Taking Methods a Step Further
- 11: Evaluation Research
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Defining Evaluation Research
- Goals and Purpose of Evaluation Research
- Theory and Practice in Evaluation Research
- Evaluation Research Design
- Types of Evaluation Research
- Negotiating the Politics and Ethics of Evaluation Research
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- 12: Mixed Methods: An Integrated Approach
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Defining Mixed Methods
- Why Go to the Trouble?
- Methodological Controversies
- What Are We Trying to Do With Mixed Methods?
- Common Characteristics in Mixed Methods Designs
- Types of Mixed Methods Research Designs
- Methodological Gymnastics
- Conclusion
- Summary of Important Points
- Key Terms
- Review Questions and Exercises
- Online Exercises and Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- Appendix A The Research Proposal and "Writing It Up"
- Introduction
- Research Proposal
- Written Reports
- Words to Maintain Sanity
- Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- Appendix B Reading and Interpreting Published Research
- Introduction
- Where Do I Start Reading?
- Questions by Article Selection
- Questions by Method
- Websites of Interest
- Additional Resources
- Appendix C Random Number Table
- Appendix D Sources of Secondary Data in Social Science Research
- General International Sources of Data
- Secondary Data Depositories
- Historical Data Sources
- Crime- and Justice-Specific Depositories
- Individual Crime and Criminal Justice Surveys
- Glossary
- References
- Index
