Research and Evaluation for Busy Students and Practitioners: A Survival Guide

Research doesn't exist in a bubble but co-exists with a multitude of other tasks and commitments, yet there is more need for people to save time than ever before. Brilliantly attuned to the demands placed on researchers, this book considers how students, academics and professionals alike can save time and stress without compromising the quality of their research or its outcomes. This third edition is fully revised, with new chapters on research and evaluation ethics, creative methods of collecting data, and how research can make a positive difference. Illustrative case studies run throughout the book and each chapter concludes with exercises, discussion questions, and a debate topic. The volume is accompanied by a fully updated companion website. This supportive book is designed for any student or practitioner who wants to know how to do research on top of their main job and still have a life.