Suitable for those carrying out a research project, this work provides beginner researchers with the tools to do the job, to help them avoid some of the pitfalls and time-wasting false trails, and to establish good research habits. It includes: chapter on ethics; coverage of the techniques such as grounded theory; and examples from health studies.

Offers an introduction to using SPSS for data analysis and includes descriptions of statistical procedures in SPSS. This book outlines the techniques, with procedures for performing the analysis. It also provides guidance to interpreting SPSS output and an example of how to present the results in a report.

Producing a dissertation is a major requirement of an increasing number of courses. The dissertation is likely to be the largest single piece of work you'll be asked to produce. This guide guides you from start to finish through the whole process: planning a dissertation project, managing it, and writing it up.

Reveals the process of writing academic papers. This book tells readers what good papers look like and how they can be written. It draws on research and theory to provide knowledge on writing across the disciplines. It offers a host of practical strategies for good academic writing.

Reflective Practice in Psychotherapy and Counselling

Introduces key theories and concepts relating to learning and assessment as well as providing practical advice on teaching. This book considers the scope and history of the lifelong learning sector; practical aspects of teaching, learning and assessment; and, working in the lifelong learning sector.

A step-by-step guide to doing a literature review in health and social care. It simplifies the complex process of systematically reviewing published literature, and guides to searching, appraising and comparing literature to address a research question.

Provides an introduction to the main approaches to social research and the methods commonly used by researchers in the social sciences. This book includes developments in the field such as: the emergence of mixed methods approaches; increased use of internet research; and, frequent use of methods such as triangulation and focus groups.

Helps early years practitioners develop their reflective skills, enabling them to confidently articulate their practice, values and beliefs. This book offers opportunities to reflect on how theory, research and policy relate to distinct understandings of children's development and learning.

Includes descriptions of over fifty social work skills, with case examples to illustrate their creative use in practice. This book contains material on social work methods, practice approaches and perspectives; and how the terms skill and intervention are defined and effectively applied in practice.

Based on a two-year project involving thirty-six teachers, this book contains a review of the research background and of the project itself. It contains chapters describing the practices which teachers found fruitful and the underlying ideas about learning that these developments illustrate.

Examines what students need to know about getting a PhD through research in various subjects. This book helps supervisors and examiners to understand their role in the process. It includes material for overseas, part-time and mature students, and their supervisors. It also includes a diagnostic questionnaire for students to self-monitor progress.

Offers an introduction to the theory and practice of counselling and therapy. This book includes information on topics such as: Transactional analysis; The use of natural environment in counselling; The contribution of arts-based approaches; and, Integrating theory into practice.

Useful for both new and continuing teachers, this book examines post-compulsory education (PCE) from Adult and Further Education through to training in private and public industry and commerce. It explores key areas in PCE through topical discussion, practical exercises, theory, reading, analysis, information, and examples of student work.

An introductory social psychology textbook. It acknowledges the two approaches being taken to social psychology - experimental and critical.

Applies health psychology to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). This book explains the often semi-mystical background to some CAM approaches, identifying where psychology can help to answer some crucial questions, such as why CAM sometimes appears to work, why sometimes it does not, and why some people are drawn to it and others not.

Examines and offers solutions to the challenges faced by schools in ensuring that all students are enjoying, participating and achieving in education. This book argues that self evaluation lies at the heart of truly inclusive school development.

Social work research is shown to be both a distinctive academic enterprise and a task that can be accomplished effectively in line with the values and ethical principles that lie at the discipline's core. This book introduces and evaluates a wide range of approaches across the spectrum of social work research.

Offers practical suggestions so you can develop good study skills and build your confidence. This guide shows you how to: deal with 'academic-speak' and monster reading lists; choose and use an efficient reading and note-taking strategy; clarify awkward essay topics; find the right structure for your essay; and, avoid accusations of plagiarism.

Reflective Practice in Psychotherapy and Counselling