e-Book Description : 
 
Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology (8th Edition) - ISBN13 : 9781337091824eBook offers a comprehensive, authoritative introduction to criminal justice research. Featuring real-world examples and thorough coverage of both quantitative and qualitative methods, this eBook combines the expertise of Mike Maxfield in criminology with the scholarly accuracy of Earl Babbie's "The Practice of Social Research". Perfect for students and professionals alike, this edition includes the latest techniques in sampling, surveys, content analysis, and secondary data analysis.
 
Key Features:
 
Updated Sampling and Survey Techniques: Reflects the latest technologies and methods, ensuring you're equipped with current knowledge.
New Content Analysis Methods: Updated in Chapter 12 to provide fresh insights and applications.
Student Research Examples: Illustrates the challenges and rewards of research with real-life student projects.
Applied Research Focus: Emphasizes practical, hands-on research, including evidence generation and collaboration with community-based organizations.

What's New:
 
Updated Sampling Techniques (Chapter 8) and Survey Methods (Chapter 9) to reflect advancements in technology.
Enhanced Content Analysis (Chapter 12) for deeper research insights.
Increased Focus on Applied Research: New features on mixed field methods, respondent-driven sampling, and participatory crime analysis
 
Why Choose This eBook:

For Criminal Justice and Criminology Students: Learn to conduct meaningful research with updated content that matches current industry standards.

Practical Application: Focus on doing research with new examples from real-world studies on human trafficking, cannabis cultivation, and violence prevention.

Comprehensive Learning Tools: From chapter-opening objectives to end-of-chapter summaries and quizzes, this eBook ensures thorough understanding and application.
 
Table of Contents : 
 
1. Crime, Criminal Justice, and Scientific Inquiry.
2. Foundations of Criminal Justice Research.
3. Ethics and Criminal Justice Research.
4. General Issues in Research Design.
5. Concepts, Operationalization, and Measurement.
6. Measuring Crime.
7. Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Designs.
8. Sampling.
9. Survey Research.
10. Qualitative Interviewing.
11. Field Research.
12. Agency Records, Content Analysis, and Secondary Data.
13. Evaluation Research and Problem Analysis.
14. Interpreting Data.

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