'Joyce Weil has accomplished a remarkable feat; producing a volume that does justice to the wide range of research tasks that confront the gerontological imagination. She provides the important context to studying ageing as well as giving the researcher a clear account of how research works. This will be an invaluable text for all of those engaged in the field of ageing studies.' - Paul Higgs, University College London, UK

'Research Design in Aging and Social Gerontology is a refreshing and timely addition to the interdisciplinary field of social gerontology, providing an informative, comprehensive textbook that explicates the process of discovery and a full range of research methods. Joyce Weil brings to life the intricacies of advanced methods training by integrating methods, cutting-edge applications, and instructive resources.' - Andrew V. Wister, Simon Fraser University, Canada

'This is a truly unique book that brings together key perspectives?past and present?in gerontology with a wide variety of research designs and analytical approaches. It is a valuable tool for anyone who studies aging.' - Kate de Medeiros, Miami University, USA

Joyce Weil, Ph.D., MPH, is an Assistant Professor of Gerontology at the University of Northern Colorado.