Evaluating Research

Methodology for People Who Need to Read Research
Francis C. Dane - Radford University, USA
Evaluating Research
January 2010 | 392 pages | Sage US
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Aids students in understanding and interpreting quantitative research articles

Designed for anyone who needs to learn to read and understand empirical reports in the social and behavioral sciences, this multidisciplinary book provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to understand research without overwhelming them with information about how to conduct research. His enthusiasm for methods present on every page, author Francis C. Dane wants readers to have the skills to evaluate research and critically use empirical results. Readers will gain a greater appreciation for the ways in which consuming research can add to their understanding of the way the world works and how they can enhance their efforts to improve it.

Key Features

  • Every facet of evaluating research is covered—from key terms and concepts to communicating the final results
  • The author pairs statistical concepts and procedures with appropriate research methods
  • Strong pedagogy such as chapter overviews, summaries, key terms, and application exercises allows readers to check their understanding of the material

This book can be used in both upper-level undergraduate and graduate-level courses in public policy, public health, education, sociology, psychology, social work and nursing.

Contents

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

  • Chapter 1 - Introduction
  • Chapter 2 - The Scientific Approach
  • Chapter 3 - Reading a Research Report
  • Chapter 4 - Conceptual Overview of Statistical Analyses
  • Chapter 5 - Sampling
  • Chapter 6 - Measurement
  • Chapter 7 - Experimental Research
  • Chapter 8 - Quasi-Experimental Research
  • Chapter 9 - Survey Research
  • Chapter 10 - Field Research
  • Chapter 11 - Archival Research
  • Chapter 12 - Evaluation Research

Epilogue

Epilogue

Glossary

Glossary

References

References

Author Index

Author Index

Subject Index

Subject Index

About the Author

About the Author

Description

Aids students in understanding and interpreting quantitative research articles

Designed for anyone who needs to learn to read and understand empirical reports in the social and behavioral sciences, this multidisciplinary book provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to understand research without overwhelming them with information about how to conduct research. His enthusiasm for methods present on every page, author Francis C. Dane wants readers to have the skills to evaluate research and critically use empirical results. Readers will gain a greater appreciation for the ways in which consuming research can add to their understanding of the way the world works and how they can enhance their efforts to improve it.

Key Features

  • Every facet of evaluating research is covered—from key terms and concepts to communicating the final results
  • The author pairs statistical concepts and procedures with appropriate research methods
  • Strong pedagogy such as chapter overviews, summaries, key terms, and application exercises allows readers to check their understanding of the material

This book can be used in both upper-level undergraduate and graduate-level courses in public policy, public health, education, sociology, psychology, social work and nursing.

Contents

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

  • Chapter 1 - Introduction
  • Chapter 2 - The Scientific Approach
  • Chapter 3 - Reading a Research Report
  • Chapter 4 - Conceptual Overview of Statistical Analyses
  • Chapter 5 - Sampling
  • Chapter 6 - Measurement
  • Chapter 7 - Experimental Research
  • Chapter 8 - Quasi-Experimental Research
  • Chapter 9 - Survey Research
  • Chapter 10 - Field Research
  • Chapter 11 - Archival Research
  • Chapter 12 - Evaluation Research

Epilogue

Epilogue

Glossary

Glossary

References

References

Author Index

Author Index

Subject Index

Subject Index

About the Author

About the Author

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Evaluating Research

Methodology for People Who Need to Read Research

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January 2010 | 392 pages | Sage US

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Aids students in understanding and interpreting quantitative research articles

Designed for anyone who needs to learn to read and understand empirical reports in the social and behavioral sciences, this multidisciplinary book provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to understand research without overwhelming them with information about how to conduct research. His enthusiasm for methods present on every page, author Francis C. Dane wants readers to have the skills to evaluate research and critically use empirical results. Readers will gain a greater appreciation for the ways in which consuming research can add to their understanding of the way the world works and how they can enhance their efforts to improve it.

Key Features

  • Every facet of evaluating research is covered—from key terms and concepts to communicating the final results
  • The author pairs statistical concepts and procedures with appropriate research methods
  • Strong pedagogy such as chapter overviews, summaries, key terms, and application exercises allows readers to check their understanding of the material

This book can be used in both upper-level undergraduate and graduate-level courses in public policy, public health, education, sociology, psychology, social work and nursing.


Table Of Contents:

  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Chapter 1 - Introduction
  • Chapter 2 - The Scientific Approach
  • Chapter 3 - Reading a Research Report
  • Chapter 4 - Conceptual Overview of Statistical Analyses
  • Chapter 5 - Sampling
  • Chapter 6 - Measurement
  • Chapter 7 - Experimental Research
  • Chapter 8 - Quasi-Experimental Research
  • Chapter 9 - Survey Research
  • Chapter 10 - Field Research
  • Chapter 11 - Archival Research
  • Chapter 12 - Evaluation Research
  • Epilogue
  • Glossary
  • References
  • Author Index
  • Subject Index
  • About the Author

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We have used this text for several years.
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a fantastic book for the dissertation programme.Easyread and understandable context.
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Easy to follow and student friendly.
Professor Malia Hoffmann, Educational Technology, Marian University
This book takes a different approach. Through selected published research articles using different research methods, readers can learn, not only how to evaluate research, but also the way to present and apply that research method.
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The textbook is very interesting, its content is systematic, organized and comprehensive, however, its content covers more than what is planned for the course, thus, it is recommended for some points and topics for extra reading for master students. Moreover, it is very useful for researchers and research reviewers and faculty who look forward to have comprehensive and valid work.
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