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J. Harmer, How to Teach English (Second Edition), ELT Journal , Volume 62, Issue 3, July 2008, Pages 313–316, https://doi.org/10.1093/elt/ccn029

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Today, while the unprecedented spread of English as a world language ( Crystal 1997; Graddol 1997; Graddol 2006) has spawned controversial debates over ‘Which English?’ ‘Whose English’ ( Kachru 1986, 2005), and ‘Why English?’ ( Phillipson 1992; Pennycook 1994), at the end of the day, the English teacher, imbued with the responsibility of facilitating the enhancement of his/her learners’ English proficiency, will be concerned with how to teach English well or better—the kind of English that matches the expectations of the educational institution in which the teacher works. Especially for teachers newly initiated into the profession, an excellent book for this purpose is Harmer's How to Teach English .

A new edition, this book departs from the 1998 version in the following aspects: ‘… a change of chapter order … a new chapter [on] testing … new materials and techniques [to supplement the old ones that] have stood the test of time … more up-to-date … references … and a glossary to help new teachers through parts of the mighty jargon swamp that our profession generates just like any other’ (pp. 11–12). Each chapter is well laid out for an easy skim of the important ideas in bold fonts, beginning with a list of the main headings just below the chapter title and ending with a summary of salient points. Although the book uses ELT jargon—marked out in bold fonts—the reader can take comfort in knowing that ample explanation, or even cross-referencing of ideas, is readily available in its well-designed glossary.

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For both novice and advanced researchers, this book draws on real life experiences from a wide variety of disciplines to show how theory translates into practice, and offers a rigorous analysis of why researchers choose the methods they use.

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“A lively and accessible, practical guide on how to do social research. It takes the reader on a journey, from initial thoughts and questions through to the complexities of data collection, analysis and dissemination. A welcome and invaluable addition to the literature on research methods.” Professor Saul Becker, Head of the School of Sociology and Social Policy, The University of Nottingham

“A seminal textbook, glittering with extensive examples, information and insight which publicise the entire research process from a new and engaging perspective.” Faiza Qureshi, Loughborough University

“Accessible to new researchers without losing the essence of highly complex issues. In short, a valuable tool for those seeking to mobilise research projects for the first time or those seeking to refresh and update knowledge of current research issues.” Dave Orr, University of Central Lancashire

Whether you are doing social research for the first time, or taking on more advanced work, Research Methods: A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences will inform and improve your understanding and practice.

More than a comprehensive practical guide, this book also offers a rigorous analysis of why researchers choose the methods they use. Drawing upon academic and professional sources, Research Methods demonstrates how theory underpins practice and helps you select the most appropriate techniques for collecting data and analysing your findings while remaining ethically and culturally sensitive.

Matthews and Ross pay particular attention to the areas students find most challenging. With a visual guide to using SPSS and Excel in data analysis and an extensive look at data presentation, this book supports the student researcher throughout every stage of the research process.

Written to reflect the breadth of the social sciences, Research Methods is essential for anyone conducting research in sociology, health policy, social work, criminology, social policy, cultural studies, political studies, public policy, education and related fields.

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Bob Matthews is Lecturer in Social Policy at the University of Birmingham, UK. Bob currently teaches and researches in Comparative Social Policy, Social Inclusion, Health Policy and Research Methods.

Liz Ross is Lecturer in Social Policy at the University of Birmingham, UK. Liz has taught social research methods on both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and is Programme Co-ordinator of Birmingham’s MA Policy into Practice.

Visit the Research Methods: A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences website at www.pearsoned.co.uk/matthews to find learning materials, including interactive exercises, videos, questionnaires, datasets and much more.

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