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Criminology Skills covers both criminological study skills and research skills in one volume, giving students the skills they need to succeed in the study of criminology. A three-part structure covers finding source materials, academic skills, study skills, and research methodology, guiding students through a range of skills and methods which they will need to practise and demonstrate in their degree. Topics covered include finding and evaluating criminological resources, referencing and avoiding plagiarism, preparing for exams, planning a research project, data analysis and much more. Criminology Skills first helps students to establish a strong and comprehensive skills foundation before building to a more advanced level, increasing their competence and confidence with which to approach projects. Digital formats and resources The third edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. - The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - The online resources that support the book include: -Practical exercises -Animated walk-throughs showing how to use online databases -Activities to help students test their understanding of ethical considerations and of the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods
Introduction Part I: Criminology criminological resources 1: What is criminology? 2: Books, journals, and articles 3: Statistics and official publications 4: Media and web sources 5: Criminal law Part II: Academic Criminology Skills 6: Study skills 7: Writing skills 8: Referencing and avoiding plagiarism 9: Essay writing 10: Presentations 11: Revision and examinations Part III: Research Skills in Criminology 12: Research ethics 13: Gathering data 14: Quantitative analysis 15: Qualitative analysis 16: Dissertations and research reports
Author(s) | By Emily Finch (author and lecturer), Stefan Fafinski (author). |
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Publisher | Oxford University Press |
ISBN | 9780198799818 |
Format | Paperback / softback |
Pages | 432 |
Published in | United Kingdom |
Published | 30 Aug 2019 |
Availability | Available |
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