The A-Z of social research jargon
By: edited by David Robinson, Val Reed.
Contributors: Robinson, David, 1952-; Reed, Val.
Publisher: Ashgate/ARENA
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Aldershot, Hants, England; Brookfield, Vt., USA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 128
Subjects: Social sciences -- Terminology.; Social sciences -- Research.
Description: A major function of research is to strengthen the knowledge base of health professions and so enhance patient care. The rapid growth has unfortunately led to it being seen by many as an elitist activity full of jargon, carried out by academics. This book will enable readers to demystify and enhance their understanding of terminology used in research and contains almost 300 terms. It offers readers a unique approach to explanations for each term by offering its Everyday use; its Research use; an Example and Related terms.