Research methods : a process of inquiry / Anthony M. Graziano, Michael L. Raulin.
Material type: TextPublication details: New York : HarperCollins College Publishers, c1993.Edition: 2nd edDescription: xviii, 446 p. : ill. ; 25 cmISBN:- 9780065010909
- 0065007026
- 001.4 GRA
- Q180.55.M4 G7 1993
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 427-435) and indexes.
1.Curiosity, creativity, and commitment -- 2.Research is a process of inquiry -- 3.The starting point: asking questions -- 4.Data and the nature of measurement -- 5.Statistical anaysis of data -- 6.Field research I: naturalistic observation and case-study research -- 7.Correlational and differential methods of research -- 8.Hypothesis testing, validity, and threats to validity -- 9.Controls to reduce threats to validity in experimental research -- 10.Control of variance, through experimental design: single-variable, independent groups designs -- 11.Control of variance through experiment -- 12.Control of variance through experimental design: factorial designs -- 13.Field research II: a second look at research in natural settings -- 14.Selecting appropritate statistical procedures -- 15.Research methodology: an evolving discipline.