Archival and Secondary Data

Data archives provide rich and expansive sources of information for researchers. This book highlights the utility of secondary data analyses whilst showing you how to select the right datasets for your study, and in turn get the most out of your research.

Topics include: * Generating your research question

* Selecting appropriate datasets and variables

* Examining univariate, bivariate and multivariate associations

* Visualisng your data with tables and graphs

Part of The SAGE Quantitative Research Kit, this book boosts students with know-how and confidence, to help them succeed on their quantitative research journey.