<i>Research for Development </i>offers a comprehensive guide to commissioning, managing and undertaking research in development work. It serves both as a practical reference manual and an indispensable learning tool.</p><p></p><p>Divided into three parts, the book provides a complete overview of the research process spanning:</p><p></p><p>- the uses, planning and management of research</p><p>- reviewing existing evidence</p><p>- learning development research skills</p><p>- choosing research methods </p><p>- undertaking ethical research</p><p>- writing an effective research report</p><p>- promoting research uptake and assessing research</p><p>- monitoring and evaluation</p><p></p><p>This fully revised second edition also includes a new section on how to use the internet for research. Its 16 chapters are enriched by a variety of international case studies, checklists of key points, learning exercises, helpful references to further reading and engaging illustrations. The book also include