The Research Methods Knowledge Base,9781592602902

The Research Methods Knowledge Base

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Edition: 3rd
ISBN13: 9781592602902
ISBN10: 1592602908
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2006-12-18
Publisher(s): Atomic Dog
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Summary

Thoroughly updated, the third edition of The Research Methods Knowledge Base provides coverage of quantitative methods and enhanced coverage of qualitative methods. It can be used in a variety of disciplines and is ideal for an introductory comprehensive undergraduate or graduate level course. Through its conversational, informal style it makes material that is often challenging for students both accessible and understandable. The Research Methods Knowledge Base, 3e covers everything from the development of a research question to the writing of a final report, describing both practical and technical issues of sampling, measurement, design and analysis.

Table of Contents

Foundations
Foundations
Participants and Sampling
Sampling
Observation and Measurement
The Theory of Measurement
Survey Research
Scales and Indexes
Qualitative and Unobtrusive Measures
Design and Structure
Design
Qualitative and Mixed Methods Designs
Experimental Design
Quasi-Experimental Design
Advanced Design Topics
Analysis and Synthesis
Analysis
Qualitative and Mixed Methods Analysis
Analysis for Research Design
Write-Up
Research Synthesis, Meta-analysis, and Evidence-Based Practice
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