Research for Development: A Practical Guide

This book provides a guide for those involved with creating, implementing, and managing research for development work. Laws includes a substantial index, multiple checklists for planning or for problem solving in the field, and real-life examples from countries including Bangladesh, Brazil, Pakistan, and Serbia. The book's 21 chapter topics include planning for effective research, writing research briefs, research ethics, ensuring quality in data gathering, choosing a sample, methods of analysis, and how to write an effective research report. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR