This bestselling text on carrying out research in "real world" situations has been thoroughly revised and updated but continues to have the same authoritative voice and definitive content that has made it such an essential book for teachers and students conducting research within the social sciences.Even-handed coverage of qualitative and quantitative approachesFurnishes students with the skills necessary in order to conduct research outside the laboratory, in "real world" situationsDraws examples from the fields of applied psychology, applied social science, health studies, social work and educationNew chapters on multi-strategy designs, ethical issues, and on writing a project proposalDiscussion of Internet-based research - both as a research tool and as a subject for researchCoverage of evidence-based approaches - seeking to present a balanced assessment of their valueAn enhanced website linked to the textNew and improved page design