Introduction to research : understanding and applying multiple strategies / Elizabeth DePoy, Laura N. Gitlin.

Author/creator DePoy, Elizabeth author.
Other author Gitlin, Laura N., 1952- author.
Format Book
EditionFifth edition.
PublicationSt. Louis, Missouri : Elsevier, [2016]
Descriptionxiv, 398 pages ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Research as an important way of knowing -- Essentials of research -- Research ethics -- Philosophical foundations -- Framing the problem -- Developing a knowledge base through literature and resources -- Theory in research -- Asking questions and posing queries -- Language and thinking processes -- Experimental type designs -- Naturalistic designs -- Mixed method designs -- Setting boundaries -- Boundary setting in experimental-type design -- Boundary setting in naturalistic analysis -- Collecting information -- Collecting data through measurement in experimental-type design -- Gathering information in naturalistic analysis -- Preparing and organizing data -- Statistical analysis for experimental-type research -- Analysis in naturalistic inquiry -- Sharing research knowledge before the study -- Sharing research knowledge during and after the study -- Reciprocal roles of research, knowledge development and practice -- Stories from the field.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2014038272
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