Studying Social Networks

"Studying Social Networks" provides a concise, introduction to empirical network research. Students and practitioners new to social research will find easily understandable learning goals, examples, and exercises all in one volume. The authors have integrated different disciplinary perspectives, while stressing the importance of substance-specific orientation when studying networks. Scholars will find "Studying Social Networks" a helpful tool not only for teaching, but also as a guide for their own empirical research.