Fundamentals of Research in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Fundamentals of Research in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Fourth Edition introduces students to the multifaceted subject of research methods and shows them why research is important in the field of criminology and criminal justice. This brief version of Bachman and Schutt's successful textbook (The Practice of Research in Criminology and Criminal Justice) simplifies complex concepts with real-world research examples found in everyday experiences in the criminology and criminal justice professions. KEY FEATURES Increased focus on international research introduces students to the expanded use of research conducted in countries around the world as well as global issues involving race, ethnicity, gender, and culture. Careers in Research" stories in every chapter highlight the career of a criminal justice professional that has used the methods discussed to show students how research impacts a variety of professions. "Research in the News" sections engage students with recent headlines in the news to illustrate how research informs media stories and the impact research has on researchers and practitioners in criminal justice, as well as society as a whole. Extensive use of graphics throughout adds simplicity and increases understandability of complex concepts. Includes more coverage of qualitative research and mixed methods than other comparable introductory texts. Consistent ethics coverage and real criminal and criminology examples throughout the text promote research success and integrity. Contains extensive, updated exercises sets including SPSS exercises, Developing a Research Report activities, and Web Research activities"--