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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-101452205094

ISBN-139781452205090

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Number of Pages240 Pages

Publication NameApplied Reference Guide to Research Designs : Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods

LanguageEnglish

SubjectMethodology, Research

Publication Year2012

TypeNot Available

Subject AreaReference, Social Science, Education

AuthorThomas D. Kennedy, W. Alex Edmonds

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight14 Oz

Item Length9.1 in

Item Width7.4 in

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LCCN2011-031316

Dewey Edition23

TitleLeadingAn

ReviewsSThe strength of this text lies in its succinct go-to style. For me, it is like the APA Publication Manual in that it will be a resource for not only classroom learning, but also for faculty research and article review., The strength of this text lies in its succinct go-to style. For me, it is like the APA Publication Manual in that it will be a resource for not only classroom learning, but also for faculty research and article review., 'eoeThe text does has two distinct strengths: it covers in depth a topic that needs to be addressed and few other books have this level of dil&detail; and it does a very nice job of visually presenting various examples of research design. This text is both practical and useful for students.'e�, SA clear and succinct overview of research designs. This guide provides an organized visual layout of the various designs and approaches used for research in qualitative methods., 'eoeA clear and succinct overview of research designs. This guide provides an organized visual layout of the various designs and approaches used for research in qualitative methods.'e�, It fills a huge void in the field of psychology in providing students and professors with a survey of research designs that are most appropriate to answering the many different and wide range of questions that students are now interested in pursuing., eoeThe presentation of research scenario examples including design and probable statistical analyses is one thing often missing in general research texts. I also like the design and analyses depicted in pictorial/graphical format, which allows ease in understanding.e, SThe array of approaches is impressively inclusive; an excellent guide for a student seeking a methodology., SIt fills a huge void in the field of psychology in providing students and professors with a survey of research designs that are most appropriate to answering the many different and wide range of questions that students are now interested in pursuing., SThe text does has two distinct strengths: it covers in depth a topic that needs to be addressed and few other books have this level of detail; and it does a very nice job of visually presenting various examples of research design. This text is both practical and useful for students., eoeThe topics progress in a logical order although [it] allows flexibility to read stand-alone topics. It is a reference text that one can readily turn to and refer to as a guide.e, 'eoeThe strength of this text lies in its succinct go-to style. For me, it is like the APA Publication Manual in that it will be a resource for not only classroom learning, but also for faculty research and article review.'e�, 'eoeThe topics progress in a logical order although [it] allows flexibility to read stand-alone topics. It is a reference text that one can readily turn to and refer to as a guide.'e�, 'eoeThis text'e(tm)s information is readily accessible and organized with great examples to guide students. The literature based examples are really helpful.'e�, eoeIt is important to remember that it is the design and not the statistic that is the basis for inference, making the study of of vital importance, and this book is an invaluable resource for both social scientists and aspiring social scientists.e, SIt is important to remember that it is the design and not the statistic that is the basis for inference, making the study of of vital importance, and this book is an invaluable resource for both social scientists and aspiring social scientists., 'eoeIt fills a huge void in the field of psychology in providing students and professors with a survey of research designs that are most appropriate to answering the many different and wide range of questions that students are now interested in pursuing.'e�, SThe presentation of research scenario examples including design and probable statistical analyses is one thing often missing in general research texts. I also like the design and analyses depicted in pictorial/graphical format, which allows ease in understanding., 'eoeThe array of approaches is impressively inclusive; an excellent guide for a student seeking a methodology.'e�, 'eoeThe presentation of research scenario examples including design and probable statistical analyses is one thing often missing in general research texts. I also like the design and analyses depicted in pictorial/graphical format, which allows ease in understanding.'e�, eoeThe array of approaches is impressively inclusive; an excellent guide for a student seeking a methodology.e, It is important to remember that it is the design and not the statistic that is the basis for inference, making the study of of vital importance, and this book is an invaluable resource for both social scientists and aspiring social scientists., A clear and succinct overview of research designs. This guide provides an organized visual layout of the various designs and approaches used for research in qualitative methods., This is a scholarly, useful presentation on research design. I applaud the book's wide range of clearly defined research concepts., The array of approaches is impressively inclusive; an excellent guide for a student seeking a methodology., The text does has two distinct strengths: it covers in depth a topic that needs to be addressed and few other books have this level of detail; and it does a very nice job of visually presenting various examples of research design. This text is both practical and useful for students., The topics progress in a logical order although [it] allows flexibility to read stand-alone topics. It is a reference text that one can readily turn to and refer to as a guide., eoeThis is a scholarly, useful presentation on research design. I applaud the booke(tm)s wide range of clearly defined research concepts.e, SThis text "s information is readily accessible and organized with great examples to guide students. The literature based examples are really helpful., 'Using a wide range of visual aids (diagrams and visual models) and real-world examples, the authors provide readers with a self-contained package by which they can decide on what design to select for their study, and how to employ their selected design to address their research questions. This book is recommended to those seeking to develop their understanding of research design and wishing to adopt appropriate designs to conduct credible research, particularly in the areas of the social and behavioural sciences. ', eoeThis texte(tm)s information is readily accessible and organized with great examples to guide students. The literature based examples are really helpful.e, eoeIt fills a huge void in the field of psychology in providing students and professors with a survey of research designs that are most appropriate to answering the many different and wide range of questions that students are now interested in pursuing.e, 'eoeThis is a scholarly, useful presentation on research design. I applaud the book'e(tm)s wide range of clearly defined research concepts.'e�, SThis is a scholarly, useful presentation on research design. I applaud the book "s wide range of clearly defined research concepts., The presentation of research scenario examples including design and probable statistical analyses is one thing often missing in general research texts. I also like the design and analyses depicted in pictorial/graphical format, which allows ease in understanding., eoeA clear and succinct overview of research designs. This guide provides an organized visual layout of the various designs and approaches used for research in qualitative methods.e, SThe topics progress in a logical order although [it] allows flexibility to read stand-alone topics. It is a reference text that one can readily turn to and refer to as a guide., eoeThe text does has two distinct strengths: it covers in depth a topic that needs to be addressed and few other books have this level of detail; and it does a very nice job of visually presenting various examples of research design. This text is both practical and useful for students.e, This text's information is readily accessible and organized with great examples to guide students. The literature based examples are really helpful., eoeThe strength of this text lies in its succinct go-to style. For me, it is like the APA Publication Manual in that it will be a resource for not only classroom learning, but also for faculty research and article review.e, 'eoeIt is important to remember that it is the design and not the statistic that is the basis for inference, making the study of of vital importance, and this book is an invaluable resource for both social scientists and aspiring social scientists.'e�

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal001.4/2

Table Of ContentList of Tables, Figures, and DiagramsForeword, by Paul E. SpectorPrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorsChapter 1. The Scientific Method and Relevant ComponentsPart I. Quantitative Methods for Experimental and Quasi-Experimental ResearchChapter 2. Between-Subjects ApproachChapter 3. Regression-Discontinuity ApproachChapter 4. Within-Subjects ApproachChapter 5. Factorial DesignsChapter 6. Solomon N-Group DesignsChapter 7. Single-Case ApproachPart II. Quantitative Methods for Nonexperimental ResearchChapter 8. Ex Post Facto and Posttest-Only DesignsChapter 9. Observational ApproachChapter 10. Survey ApproachPart III. Qualitative MethodsChapter 11. Grounded Theory ApproachChapter 12. Ethnographic ApproachChapter 13. Narrative ApproachChapter 14. Phenomenological ApproachPart IV. Mixed MethodsChapter 15. Convergent-Parallel ApproachChapter 16. Embedded ApproachChapter 17. Explanatory-Sequential ApproachChapter 18. Exploratory-Sequential ApproachChapter 19. Mixed Methods, Case Studies, and Single-Case ApproachesChapter 20. ConclusionAppendix A. Less Common Designs for Experimental and Quasi-Experimental ResearchAppendix B. Types of Case Study DesignsAppendix C. Five Types of Mixed Methods DesignsReferencesAuthor IndexSubject Index

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

SynopsisStudents often struggle with conceptualizing the most appropriate research design before they begin collecting data and answering their research questions. This book presents quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs in education and the social and behavioral sciences using consistent terminology in a way that students can understand and apply in their own investigations. The book helps students conceptualize, construct, test, problem solve, and acquire knowledge, through a wealth of visual aids and real-world examples., This book presents quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs in education and the social and behavioral sciences using consistent terminology, and in a way that students can understand and apply in their own investigations., Presents research designs in education and the social and behavioral sciences in a way that students and researchers can readily understand and accurately apply in their own investigations. This book covers practical and common research designs used in educational and the social and behavioral sciences., Students often struggle with conceptualizing the most appropriate research design, before they begin collecting data and answering their research question. This book presents quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs in education and the social and behavioral sciences using consistent terminology, and in a way that students can understand and apply in their own investigations. The book helps students conceptualize, construct, test, problem solve, and acquire knowledge, through a wealth of visual aids and real-world examples. It is an ideal text for coursework and also a reference in the field.

LC Classification NumberH62.E327 2013