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Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology

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Gifts & Stationery GeneralCriminologyGeneral Sociology

PREORDER - Expected ship date January 26, 2027

ISBN10: 107186940X
ISBN13: 9781071869406
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
Published: Jan 26 2027
Pages: 664
Language: English
Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology connects key concepts to real field research and practices using recurring case studies throughout the book that highlight the importance of research skills to students′ future careers. Authors Callie M. Rennison and Timothy C. Hart demonstrate the relevance of research, showing students how a research question can become a policy that changes or influences criminal justice practices. The text addresses both the why and the how as it covers the research process and focuses on the practical application of data collection and analysis. By demonstrating the variety of ways research can be used, and reinforcing the need to discern quality research, the book prepares students to become critical consumers and ethical producers of research. The Third Edition includes advice on the integration of AI throughout the research process, two new case studies woven throughout, and major content updates to several chapters to reflect contemporary research techniques.

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