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Social research is emphasized in this 3rd edition. This manual is designed to provide accessible information on social research methods and application with African contexts, examining agriculture, public health, community development and regional planning. The material is compatible with the syllabi of social science methods courses in many African training institutions. The text presents the fundamentals of research methods in a range of social sciences including sociology, economics, political science, psychology and education. The content is illustrated throughout with actual examples of social research conducted in various African countries.