TY - BOOK AU - Donato, Leah Moyao, AU - Tabao-ican, Djoana May Aoas, AU - Moyao, Warren Galas, AU - Donato, Jouie Litawen, TI - The research recipe: a guide to writing research proposals in criminal justice (first serving) SN - 9786214183661 [paperback] PY - 2024/// CY - Quezon City, Philippines PB - Wiseman's Books Trading, Inc. KW - Report writing KW - Crime KW - report writing N1 - Includes bibliographical references; Contents: Preface — Table of Contents — Chapter I: Introduction to research and the research process — Chapter II: The process of criminological research — Chapter III: Formatting the paper — Chapter IV: Writing literature review — Chapter V: Theoretical and conceptual framework — Chapter VI: Research design and sampling techniques — Chapter 7: Qualitative, Quantitative, and mixed methods research — Chapter 8: Basic Statistics — Chapter 9: Research Ethics — Chapter 10: Writing the research proposal — Key Answers; Adult N2 - "It's not easy to do research" is a sentiment echoed time and again within the Criminology profession As criminologists, the path to understand crime, the criminals, and the dynamics of criminal justice is riddled with challenges. Yet, conducting research drives us forward in discovering solutions to the challenges in criminal justice. As Dr. Thelma Palaoag aptly put it during our research writing workshop, research is akin to a culinary masterpiece a delicate balance of ingredients and precise instructions. Just as a chef meticulously selects ingredients and follows a recipe, researchers carefully choose their methodologies, theoretical frameworks, literature reviews, and more. Our book, "The Research Recipe: A Guide to Writing Research Proposals in Criminal Justice" serves as your culinary guide in crafting your research proposals. This book represents our collective efforts and empowering experiences to discuss the research process, criminologists to craft a compelling research proposal. Our goal is not simply to equip readers with the tools to write a compelling research proposal, but to instill in them a deeper appreciation for the craft of criminal justice research. But our culinary adventure doesn't end here. This is just our first serving. We are already crafting the second serving where we will discuss data collection and analysis until publication. So, dear readers, stay tuned! We extend our sincerest gratitude to our family, colleagues, mentors, and peers who have supported us along the way. Further, this book will not materialize without the guidance and blessings of our God Almighty. Bon Appetit! Leah Djoana Warren Jouie" —Preface ER -