Research made simple : a handbook for the human services
Mark, Raymond1996
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This book presents the entire contents of most social science research methods courses in the form of a practical how-to guide. Topics covered range from basic concepts about scientific method to implementation and completion. Raymond Mark combine[s] the classical integrity of statistical techniques with the latest problems of planning and implementation.... One hopes this book's use as a teaching instrument, and its application as a research stimulus and guide, will encourage both students and practitioners to work harder at achieving a sounder integration of theory and practice in social work' - From the Foreword by Chauncey A Alexander The full range of methods employed in social science research courses is presented in this practical `how to' guide for the social services. Topics discussed include basic concepts about scientific method, fundamental terms, and the research process from initiation through implementation to completion. Qualitative techniques, programme evaluation, statistical hypothesis testing, computer applications, ethical principles, gender and diversity issues are covered in this comprehensive handbook, giving readers a basic foundation for understanding and doing research.
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Imprint:
London : SAGE, 1996.
Collation:
448p.
Contents:
Foreword - Chauncey A AlexanderResearch and the Scientific MethodUnderstanding Research VocabularyEthicsGender- and Culture-Sensitive ResearchDefining a Research Problem and Using the Library to Search the LiteratureSamplingGroup Research DesignsAn Alternative to Group Research Designs The Logic of ElaborationAn Alternative to Group Research Designs Single-Subject DesignsQualitative ResearchProgram EvaluationSources of Data Questionnaires, Interviews, Schedules, and Available MaterialsMeasurementReliability and Validity of MeasurementHow to Analyze DataStatistical Hypothesis TestingComputer Uses
ISBN:
9780803974272 (pbk)9780803974265 (hbk)
Dewey class:
361.0072361.32072
Language:
English
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BRN:
976572