Understanding Quantitative Data in Educational Research (Gaciu Nicoleta)(Paperback)

Understanding Quantitative Data in Educational Research (Gaciu Nicoleta)(Paperback)

This book is designed to help Education students gain confidence in analysing and interpreting quantitative data and using appropriate statistical tests, by exploring, in plain language, a variety of data analysis methods. Highly practical, each chapter includes step-by-step instructions on how to

Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research, Global Edition (Creswell John)(Paperback / softback)

Getting Started in Your Educational Research: Design, Data Production and Analysis (Opie Clive)(Paperback)

A one-stop shop for anyone undertaking educational research for the first time, this text focuses on the development and application of key skills necessary for successful research. Packed with useful exercises, checklists and case studies, this book will allow the reader to apply their skills

Quantitative Longitudinal Data Analysis: Research Methods (Gayle Vernon)(Paperback)

First published as What is Quantitative Longitudinal Data Analysis?, this title is now available as part of the Bloomsbury Research Methods series. Across the social sciences, there is widespread agreement that quantitative longitudinal research designs offer analysts powerful scientific data

Philosophy of Educational Research (Pring Richard)(Paperback)

This classic text in educational research literature has been thoroughly updated to take into account new philosophical theories and the current political context for educational research. Remaining, however, are the three, key central themes: the nature of social science in general; the nature of

Decolonizing Educational Research: From Ownership to Answerability (Patel Leigh)(Paperback)

Decolonizing Educational Research examines the ways through which coloniality manifests in contexts of knowledge and meaning making, specifically within educational research and formal schooling. Purposefully situated beyond popular deconstructionist theory and anthropocentric perspectives, the

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods: An Investigative Approach [With CD-ROM] (Balnaves Mark)(Paperback)

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods is a student-friendly introduction to quantitative research methods and basic statistics. It uses a detective theme throughout the text to show how quantitative methods have been used to solve real-life problems. The book focuses on principles and

Understanding Research in the Digital Age (Quinton Sarah)(Paperback)

Quantitative Psychological Research: The Complete Student's Companion (Clark-Carter David)(Paperback)

Quantitative Psychological Research: The Complete Student's Companion expertly guides the reader through all the stages involved in undertaking quantitative psychological research: designing a study, choosing a sample of people, undertaking the study, analysing the data, and reporting the

Indigenous Statistics - A Quantitative Research Methodology (Walter Maggie)(Paperback / softback)

Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography(Paperback / softback)

Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography is a practical, in-depth guide to understanding and conducting qualitative research in human geography. Reflecting both established and modern methods and written by some of the most authoritative voices in the discipline, the text teaches students

Early Childhood Educational Research (Nutbrown Cathy)(Paperback)

Early Childhood educational research is a constantly evolving field. This book brings together Cathy Nutbrown's considerable knowledge and expertise in the field, to deliver a comprehensive and critical overview of national and international research. The strengths of various types of research, and

Mixing Methods in Social Research: Qualitative, Quantitative and Combined Methods (Hall Ralph P.)(Paperback)

This book provides a straightforward, student-focused introduction to doing mixed methods research, covering everything from why and when mixed methods is appropriate, as well as how to use qualitative and quantitative methods in tandem. Assuming no prior research methods knowledge, it introduces

Research Design in Social Work: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods (Campbell Anne)(Paperback)

Social work research often focuses on qualitative designs and many students believe that the quantitative research pathway is either too complicated or is beyond their grasp. This book outlines how social work students can undertake a research project from either a qualitative, quantitative or

Research Design - Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches (Creswell John W.)(Paperback / softback)

The bestseller that pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design continues in its Fifth Edition to help students and researchers prepare their plan or proposal for a scholarly journal article, dissertation or

Writing about Quantitative Research in Applied Linguistics (Woodrow L.)(Paperback)

With increasing pressure on academics and graduate students to publish in peer reviewed journals, this book offers a much-needed guide to writing about and publishing quantitative research in applied linguistics. With annotated examples and useful resources, this book will be indispensable to

Research Methods in Applied Linguistics: Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methodologies (Drnyei Zoltn)(Paperback)

This is a very practical and accessible book that offers a comprehensive overview of research methodology in applied linguistics by describing the various stages of qualitative and quantitative investigations, from collecting the data to reporting the results. It also discusses 'mixed methods

Cross-Nationally Comparative, Evidence-Based Educational Policymaking and Reform (Wiseman Alexander W.)(Pevná vazba)

In this volume scholars and policymakers examine how large-scale assessments and quantitative data are used to inform policy-making at all levels of education worldwide, and how data can be used to better understand specific national and regional educational

Handbook of Research Ethics in Psychological Science (Panicker Sangeeta)(Paperback)

A rich guide for understanding the evolving research landscape in psychology, including changes to core research ethics concepts such as informed consent, privacy, and risk of harm. This handbook offers a thorough and authoritative discussion of the ethical issues in conducting research with human

Reassessing 'Ability' Grouping: Improving Practice for Equity and Attainment (Francis Becky)(Paperback)

Presenting original quantitative and qualitative data from a large-scale empirical research project conducted in British secondary schools, Reassessing 'Ability' Grouping analyses the impact of attainment grouping on pupil outcomes, teacher effectiveness and social equality.Alongside a

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue (Kershner Ruth)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Educational Dialogue provides an overview of the range of possibilities for researching various forms of educational dialogue, underpinned by a coherent theoretical foundation. The authors, Kershner, Hennessy, Wegerif and Ahmed offer an integrated understanding of different

Research Methods and Methodologies in Education (Coe Robert)(Paperback)

The #1 resource for carrying out educational research as part of postgraduate study. High-quality educational research requires careful consideration of every aspect of the process. This all-encompassing textbook written by leading international experts gives students and early career researchers

Understanding Criminal Networks: A Research Guide (Bichler Gisela)(Paperback)

Understanding Criminal Networks is a short methodological primer for those interested in studying illicit, deviant, covert, or criminal networks using social network analysis (SNA). Accessibly written by Gisela Bichler, a leading expert in SNA for dark networks, the book is chock-full of graphics,

Criminological Research: Understanding Qualitative Methods (Wincup Emma)(Paperback)

Good research starts with careful planning and a thorough understanding of the research process. The abilities to design a research study and to evaluate those conducted by others are core skills every student of criminology must learn. With guidance from theoretical considerations through the