Exploring Research

Exploring Research, 9th Edition, is a textbook by Neil J. Salkind, published by Pearson, that introduces the fundamentals of research in the social and behavioral sciences. The book outlines core principles of study design, examining how investigators collect and analyze data.

Coverage addresses foundational stages of the research process, including problem selection, sampling, generalizability, and measurement. The text also reviews common inquiry models, such as qualitative methods, alongside discussions of research ethics.

Designed for courses in experimental methods and research methods across political science, sociology, psychology, and education, the volume offers practical guidance for conducting and evaluating investigations. It also provides instruction on preparing research proposals and manuscripts.