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Author:
Harris, Scott R., 1969 September 16- author.
Title:
How to critique journal articles in the social sciences / Scott R. Harris.
Edition:
Second edition.
Publisher:
Waveland Press,
Copyright Date:
2022
Description:
x, 135 pages ; 23 cm
Subject:
Social sciences--Evaluation.--Evaluation.
Social sciences--Information resources.
Social science literature--Methodology.--Methodology.
Searching, Bibliographical.
Criticism.
Notes:
The first edition was published in 2014. Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-128) and index.
Contents:
Social research versus ordinary ways of knowing -- What is a journal article? -- Defining key terms -- Literature reviews -- Research design -- Measurement -- Sampling -- Analysis -- Ethics -- Politics -- Why read journal articles, and think critically about them?
Summary:
"Journal articles form the bedrock of social science, but they can be unfamiliar and intimidating to students. This brief, introductory guide helps readers appreciate the rigor and pitfalls of research by comparing it to more ordinary ways of knowing. Each chapter focuses on a key aspect of articles, demystifying step-by-step the complexities of social research. Harris encourages readers to avoid naiveté (accepting research findings as simple Truth) and cynicism (dismissing research as hopelessly flawed), and instead adopt a critical perspective that appreciates the strengths and weaknesses of any piece of scholarship. A new chapter on research design explores how scientists choose a broad approach to study a topic, which impacts subsequent research decisions. Exercises throughout allow readers to practice the highlighted techniques in class discussion, short assignments, or a major writing project. Comprehensive yet succinct and accessible, the second edition of How to Critique Journal Articles in the Social Sciences equips students with the confidence to read and understand social research for use in their education, careers, and personal lives."-- Back cover.
ISBN:
1478646926
9781478646921
OCLC:
(OCoLC)1308393799
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)

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