Research methods : a process of inquiry / Anthony M. Graziano, Michael L. Raulin.
Material type: TextPublication details: Boston, Mass. ; London : Pearson Allyn and Bacon, 2006.Edition: 6th edDescription: xxxi, 447 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:- 9780205512218 (pbk.) :
- 9780205484751
- 001.42 GRA
- Q180.55.M44 G7 2006
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Previous ed.: 2004.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 424-433) and index.
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 analysis of data -- 6.Field research: naturalistic 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 validty -- 10.Single-variable, independent-groups designs -- 11.Correlated-groups and single-subject designs -- 12.Factorial designs -- 13.A second look at field research experiments, program evaluation, and survey research -- 14.Final preparation before data collection -- 15.Research methodology: an evolving discipline.