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Book synopsis

Research for Development offers a comprehensive guide to commissioning, managing and undertaking research in development work. It serves both as a practical reference manual and an indispensable learning tool. Divided into three parts, the book provides a complete overview of the research process spanning: - the uses, planning and management of research - reviewing existing evidence - learning development research skills - choosing research methods - undertaking ethical research - writing an effective research report - promoting research uptake and assessing research - monitoring and evaluation This fully revised second edition also includes a new section on how to use the internet for research. Its 16 chapters are enriched by a variety of international case studies, checklists of key points, learning exercises, helpful references to further reading and engaging illustrations. The book also includes a detailed glossary of terms. Drawing on considerable hands-on experience, Research for Development is an ideal practical companion for students of development studies and public policy, as well as practitioners in the field. Cover image (c) Jenny Matthews / World Vision/ PhotoVoice From PhotoVoice's See it Our Way project, Pakistan For more information visit www.photovoice.org

Book details

Book category Books in English Reference, information & interdisciplinary subjects Research & information: general Research methods: general

• Full title: Research for Development
• Subtitle: A Practical Guide
• Author: Sophie Laws, Rachel Marcus, Nicola Jones, Caroline Harper
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardback
• Number of pages: 440
• EAN: 9781446252369
• ISBN: 1446252361
• ID: 04799343
• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Weight: 900 g
• Dimensions: 242 × 170 × 29 mm
• Date of publishing: 08. February 2013

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