Social Security Challenges in Tanzania

A social research methodology textbook by Hossea M. M. Rwegoshora, Associate Professor and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the Open University of Tanzania. The book provides an understanding of the general theories and principles of social science research. Such knowledge is essential for social science students and all those undertaking research, evaluating, and designing different intervention strategies. The book is organised around seven themes: science; logic and objectivity in the social sciences; conceptualisation, design, and problem definition; types of social science research; sampling and research instruments; data processing and analysis; and theory building and presentation of findings. Each chapter includes illustrative examples drawing on the author’s own research in Tanzanian social settings. This second edition, expanded with suggestions from readers and peers, develops practical aspects of data collection, the role of hypotheses, and qualitative research.