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Turning vague ideas into credible research that can influence policy and practice requires an understanding of both research methods and the requirements of stakeholders. In this innovative volume, Barbara Fawcett and Rosalie Pockett tackle these mysteries which too often confound novice researchers.

Professor Beth Crisp

Unlike so many other introductory research books this is not a book that deals only in the techniques of research. There is a clear narrative in the text that is reflective of contemporary social tensions in research.

It's an excellent introductory book that helps make research intelligible and do-able. Those new to research will enjoy it for that, and those who are not new will be impressed by the accessibility the book brings to the challenging contemporary complexities of knowledge-building.

Cathy Humphreys

the benefit of not being encyclopedic about this [methods] is that Fawcett and Pockett are able to keep space for discussing pressing contextual issues in practitioner research [...] There’s a thoughtful critical tone here that reflects the contemporary neoliberal context but is not overwhelmed by it either.
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Mark Brough

Turning Ideas into Research offers a bundle of ideas that can help a novice researcher in particular. This target group can mainly draw a lot of ideas from the chapters on how to develop research questions and for what purpose, which theoretical framework you can choose and - if you have chosen a theoretical framework - what data you need to collect, how to interpret it , and how to take care of impact.

Astrid Molenveld

The book has much to offer students of social research methods, higher degree students undertaking social research projects, and social work and human service practitioners contemplating a research project. It also contains useful material for critical reflection for more established researchers, who might benefit by pausing to take stock and reflect on the wider context and impact of their endeavours. Others engaged in service delivery, program and policy development may also find it a useful resource in thinking about evidence informed practice.

Bruce Lord

This new work by Fawcett and Pockett will inspire any practitioner who is wanting to engage in research but is unsure where and how to start. Its emphasis on working with core practice principles (respect and integrity in particular) throughout every step of the research process will encourage practitioners to engage in research. Both thinking about research, and doing it, are introduced in logical and accessible ways. Practitioners and research students will gain the confidence to translate their 'ideas into research' by reading this excellent text.

Lou Harms

Fawcett and Pockett’s book is designed to encourage practitioners to explore their important questions and create well-designed research projects. All the resources are here to help beginning researchers to get started. And best of all there is an emphasis on making an impact.

Liz Beddoe

This unique research text begins and ends with respect for practitioners’ ideas and shows how they can be translated into practice-relevant knowledge. It puts the practitioner into Practice-Research and makes a powerful contribution to a truly international Practice-Based Research Movement.

Irwin Epstein

Great for supporting dissertations at undergraduate and masters level

Mrs Victoria Brown

This is a very good publication which enables students to develop their skills for research in education; providing clear examples of the process to explore new ways of thinking and to reflect on the experiences and information gathered through their chosen study.

Miss Tracey Canham

This publication directs students into creating good research designs for their projects. Thus enabling the Fd students to be more informed with suitable methods of study.

Miss Tracey Canham

This book is remarkably well presented for new researchers and those considering undertaking research projects. It reads very intuitively, and walks the reader carefully, comprehensively and confidently through the process of building credible research from a good idea. It is particularly appropriate for those embarking on professional doctorates, and is very practitioner-friendly.

Dr Walter Riggans

Research methods and dissertations can be very daunting for students but this book provides a most helpful and accessible read. It is a book which also enables students and tutors to engage in some excellent discussion of ideas on research and nudge students forward in developing their research dissertation topics.

Ms sue mills

This is potentially a great resource for students. One of the major stumbing blocks for UG students is their ability to create / identify appropriate research ideas and subsequently design a suitable research strategy. This is one text that can support students on this journey.

Dr Adam Dennett

I would recommend this book to anyone starting out in research .It outlines the main areas that need to be considered and offered helpful tips for developing ideas effectively.

Mrs CHRIS DEPLACIDO

This is a well written and appropriate book to both guide and support practitioners in developing research ideas into credible pieces of research. It addresses many key issues around ethics, research design and criticality.

Dr Helen Stoneley

A great how-to guide to get you started on your research journey.

Mr Paul Matthews

While a good guide into conducting research its focus is too broad for a seminar that deals more with questions of methodology.

Mr Michael Brenker

I have used this book to lead classroom based discussion with a view to help generate research ideas within final year undergraduate students. The majority have no fixed idea as to what they'd like to research, or if they do have an research area in mind, do not have a research question. This book helps in focussing initial thoughts and so identifying ideas suitable for research.

Mr adam choonara

Good easy to use book giving a number of approaches as to how you can come up with ideas for research and then research them.

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