Exploring research

Salkind, Neil J.

Exploring research Neil J. Salkind - 4th ed. - N.J. Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River 2000

This book is easy-to-read and understand, and provides a comprehensive introduction to the basics of research within the social and behavioral sciences. It provides complete coverage of the key topics in the general areas of research methods in an easy-going, lively manner. The book describes the use of electronic sources, such as on-line sources, CD-ROMs, and how to utilize the Internet to enhance research skills. It also includes a brief discussion of scientific methods and explores the most common types of research in the social and behavioral sciences. The book features coverage of the research process, problem selection, and sampling and generalizability and the measurement process. It also provides an exhaustive resource for readers seeking to further their research skills. How to prepare and write a research proposal and manuscript are discussed in the final chapter of the book

9781292364315


Psychology--Methodology--Research
Education--Research--Methodology

150.72 SAL