Research doesn't exist in a bubble but co-exists with a multitude of other tasks and commitments, yet there is more need for people to save time than ever before. Brilliantly attuned to the demands placed on researchers, this research and evaluation guide considers how students, academics and professionals alike can save time and stress without compromising the quality of their research or its outcomes. It provides a wealth of updated practical information, including research using social media and examples with worldwide relevance. It also includes a new chapter on methodologies, covering a range of approaches including action research, arts-based methods and digitally mediated research.