Methods of Criminological Research (Contemporary Social Research Series ; 19)

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Examining the different ways in which data can be collected and analyzed for research on crime and criminal justice, this book deals with social surveys, experimental methods, official statistics, observation and detailed interviews. This practical text includes sections on: * methods of criminological research * types of data* measuring and explaining crime * studying the criminal justice system * gaining access* publishing results. Throughout, it emphasizes the necessity of examining forms of data collection and analysis within the context of the criminological problems being investigated, the theoretical approaches used to address these problems, and the political and institutional contexts within which research takes place.

Author(s): Dr Victor Jupp
Edition: New edition
Year: 1989

Language: English
Pages: 208

Book Cover......Page 1
Title......Page 4
Contents......Page 5
Preface......Page 14
Theories, Methods, Politics and Problems......Page 16
Methods of criminological research......Page 40
Measuring and explaining crime......Page 100
Studying the criminal justice system......Page 144
Conclusion......Page 192
References......Page 194
Index......Page 205