Basics of Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology by Michael G. Maxfield (2015, Trade Paperback)

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This textbook titled "Basics of Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology" by Michael G. Maxfield is a trade paperback published in 2015 by Cengage Learning. It measures 9.1 inches in length, 7.4 inches in width, and 0.6 inches in height, with 368 pages and a weight of 19.2 ounces. The book is written in English and is classified under the subject of criminology. It features a revised edition with the aspects of publication name, publisher, publication year, type, format, language, author, features, and number of pages. This textbook is an excellent resource for anyone interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of research methods in the field of criminal justice and criminology.

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PublisherCengage Learning
ISBN-101305261100
ISBN-139781305261105
eBay Product ID (ePID)204244202

Product Key Features

Number of Pages368 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameBasics of Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology
Publication Year2015
SubjectGeneral, Counseling / General, Criminology
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorMichael G. Maxfield
Subject AreaLaw, Social Science, Education
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height9 in
Item Weight19.2 Oz
Item Length0.6 in
Item Width7.3 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number4
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2014-955937
Dewey Edition22
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal364.072
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Table Of Content1. An Introduction to Criminal Justice Inquiry.2. Ethics and Criminal Justice Research.3. General Issues in Research Design.4. Concepts, Operationalization, and Measurement.5. Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Designs.6. Sampling.7. Survey Research.8. Qualitative Interviewing.9. Field Observation.10. Agency Records, Content Analysis, and Secondary Data.11. Evaluation Research and Problem Analysis.Glossary.References.Author Index.Subject Index.
SynopsisA concise paperback based on Maxfield and Babbie's best-selling RESEARCH METHODS FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY, this "basics" version combines accessibility and a conversational writing style with Michael G. Maxfield's expertise in criminology and criminal justice. In fewer than 400 pages, BASICS OF RESEARCH METHODS FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY, Fourth Edition, introduces students to the core of criminal justice research. It utilizes the most current, real data and features coverage of such key topics as ethics, causation, validity, field research, and research design, among others. The Fourth Edition includes expanded coverage of qualitative research and interviewing, focus groups in criminological research, and snowball sampling, as well as additional examples of student research. Balancing coverage of both qualitative and quantitative methods, the text is packed with real-world examples, practical applications, and Internet research exercises., A concise, streamlined paperback that reflects the latest developments from the field, BASICS OF RESEARCH METHODS FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY, Fourth Edition combines a conversational writing style with Michael G. Maxfield's expertise in criminology and criminal justice. In fewer than 400 pages, this popular, student-friendly text introduces you to the core of criminal justice research using the most current, real data available. It features coverage of such key topics as ethics, causation, validity, field research, research design, and more. The Fourth Edition includes expanded coverage of qualitative research and interviewing, focus groups in criminological research, and snowball sampling, as well as additional examples of student research. Balancing coverage of both qualitative and quantitative methods, the text is packed with real-world examples, practical applications, and Internet research exercises that help you "get" the basics of research methods.
LC Classification NumberHV7419.5

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