Research Design and Methods

An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner
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Gary J Burkholder
Kimberley A. Cox
Linda M. Crawford
John Hitchcock
Research Design and Methods
August 2019 | 400 pages | Sage US
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Research Design and Methods: An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner is written for students seeking advanced degrees who want to use evidence-based research to support their practice. This practical and accessible text addresses the foundational concepts of research design and methods; provides a more detailed exploration of designs and approaches popular with graduate students in applied disciplines; covers qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods designs; discusses ethical considerations and quality in research; and provides guidance on writing a research proposal.



Contents

Foreword

Foreword

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Editors

About the Editors

About the Contributors

About the Contributors

Part I: Foundations in Research Design

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Research
  • Chapter 2: Philosophical Foundations and the Role of Theory in Research
  • Chapter 3: Conceptual and Theoretical Frameworks in Research

Part II: Research Design and Analysis

  • Chapter 4: Quantitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 5: Quantitative Analysis
  • Chapter 6: Qualitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 7: Qualitative Analysis
  • Chapter 8: Mixed Methods Designs and Approaches
  • Chapter 9: Mixed Methods Analysis

Part III: Data Collection

  • Chapter 10: Interviewing Essentials for New Researchers
  • Chapter 11: Survey Research

Part IV: Research Quality and Ethics

  • Chapter 12: Quality Considerations
  • Chapter 13: Ethical Considerations

Part V: Selected Research Designs and Approaches

  • Chapter 14: Phenomenology
  • Chapter 15: Grounded Theory
  • Chapter 16: Case Study Research
  • Chapter 17: Program Evaluation
  • Chapter 18: Action Research

Part VI: Writing and Disseminating Research

  • Chapter 19: Critiquing and Synthesizing the Literature
  • Chapter 20: Writing the Research Proposal
  • Chapter 21: Disseminating Research: Cultivating a Healthy Dissemination Attitude Among New Scholars
  • Index

Description

Research Design and Methods: An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner is written for students seeking advanced degrees who want to use evidence-based research to support their practice. This practical and accessible text addresses the foundational concepts of research design and methods; provides a more detailed exploration of designs and approaches popular with graduate students in applied disciplines; covers qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods designs; discusses ethical considerations and quality in research; and provides guidance on writing a research proposal.



Contents

Foreword

Foreword

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Editors

About the Editors

About the Contributors

About the Contributors

Part I: Foundations in Research Design

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Research
  • Chapter 2: Philosophical Foundations and the Role of Theory in Research
  • Chapter 3: Conceptual and Theoretical Frameworks in Research

Part II: Research Design and Analysis

  • Chapter 4: Quantitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 5: Quantitative Analysis
  • Chapter 6: Qualitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 7: Qualitative Analysis
  • Chapter 8: Mixed Methods Designs and Approaches
  • Chapter 9: Mixed Methods Analysis

Part III: Data Collection

  • Chapter 10: Interviewing Essentials for New Researchers
  • Chapter 11: Survey Research

Part IV: Research Quality and Ethics

  • Chapter 12: Quality Considerations
  • Chapter 13: Ethical Considerations

Part V: Selected Research Designs and Approaches

  • Chapter 14: Phenomenology
  • Chapter 15: Grounded Theory
  • Chapter 16: Case Study Research
  • Chapter 17: Program Evaluation
  • Chapter 18: Action Research

Part VI: Writing and Disseminating Research

  • Chapter 19: Critiquing and Synthesizing the Literature
  • Chapter 20: Writing the Research Proposal
  • Chapter 21: Disseminating Research: Cultivating a Healthy Dissemination Attitude Among New Scholars
  • Index
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Research Design and Methods

An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner

Gary J Burkholder , Kimberley A. Cox , Linda M. Crawford , John Hitchcock
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August 2019 | 400 pages | Sage US

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Research Design and Methods: An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner is written for students seeking advanced degrees who want to use evidence-based research to support their practice. This practical and accessible text addresses the foundational concepts of research design and methods; provides a more detailed exploration of designs and approaches popular with graduate students in applied disciplines; covers qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods designs; discusses ethical considerations and quality in research; and provides guidance on writing a research proposal.




Table Of Contents:

  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Editors
  • About the Contributors
  • Part I: Foundations in Research Design
  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Research
  • Chapter 2: Philosophical Foundations and the Role of Theory in Research
  • Chapter 3: Conceptual and Theoretical Frameworks in Research
  • Part II: Research Design and Analysis
  • Chapter 4: Quantitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 5: Quantitative Analysis
  • Chapter 6: Qualitative Research Designs
  • Chapter 7: Qualitative Analysis
  • Chapter 8: Mixed Methods Designs and Approaches
  • Chapter 9: Mixed Methods Analysis
  • Part III: Data Collection
  • Chapter 10: Interviewing Essentials for New Researchers
  • Chapter 11: Survey Research
  • Part IV: Research Quality and Ethics
  • Chapter 12: Quality Considerations
  • Chapter 13: Ethical Considerations
  • Part V: Selected Research Designs and Approaches
  • Chapter 14: Phenomenology
  • Chapter 15: Grounded Theory
  • Chapter 16: Case Study Research
  • Chapter 17: Program Evaluation
  • Chapter 18: Action Research
  • Part VI: Writing and Disseminating Research
  • Chapter 19: Critiquing and Synthesizing the Literature
  • Chapter 20: Writing the Research Proposal
  • Chapter 21: Disseminating Research: Cultivating a Healthy Dissemination Attitude Among New Scholars
  • Index
  • Chapter 14: Applied Research: Case Study

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“The chapters in this text are logically and clearly organized around levels of understanding that are intuitive and easy to follow. They offer dynamic examples that will keep students engaged. Readers will learn to connect theory and practice, helping them become better researchers, and better consumers of research.”
Lynette D. Nickleberry, SUNY Empire State College
“Research Design and Methods: An Applied Guide for the Scholar-Practitioner is a must-read for both new and seasoned researchers. Every topic in the text is comprehensively explained with excellent examples.”
Francis Godwyll, University of West Florida
“This text provides clear and concise discussions of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research for the new scholar-practitioner. The use of questioning and visuals affords students the opportunity to make connections and reflect on their learning.”
Holly Haynes, Truett McConnell University
“The edited nature of this book provides a multitude of rich perspectives from well-respected authors. This book is a must-have for introductory research methods students.”
Eric D. Teman, University of Wyoming
“This is an excellent read for anyone interested in understanding research, the book provides good clarity and practical examples…. It is a pragmatic book that translates research concepts into practice.”
Peter Memiah, University of West Florida

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