Social Research Methods

Author: Feng Xiaotian
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: The sociological research methods introduced in this book refer to the methods for conducting sociological empirical research, not theoretical research methods. In works from countries like the United States and other Western nations, these methods are typically referred to as "Social Research Methods" or "Social Science Research Methods." If we understand sociological research methods as "the methods sociology uses to study society" or "the methods for conducting research on social aspects," then they can also be called "Social Research Methods." This book provides a clear and concise introduction to the basic concepts, principles, and approaches of sociological empirical research, combining the development trends of sociological research both domestically and internationally with the practical teaching of sociological research methods in higher education. The content is arranged to balance the logical procedures of actual research while also covering quantitative and qualitative research methods, as well as various data collection methods and techniques. The author also introduces specific methods and techniques based on their own experience over the past decade in learning, practicing, and teaching. The book has a scientifically standardized structure, appropriate content selection, and concise language, making it suitable for teaching in higher education institutions, as well as for self-study and reference by personnel in practical research departments.