This book focuses on the process of preparing raw data for analysis—commonly known as data cleaning. It covers a range of topics including data compilation, variable naming and labeling, data examination, and variable re-coding and transformations, a...Loe edasi...
The first edition of this classic text introduced researchers and students to a broad range of approaches that are grounded philosophically and are relevant to real contexts. This new edition reflects developments in social research and changes in th...Loe edasi...
Spline variables and their interactions play a crucial role in the field of social science. This book offers a comprehensive and detailed exploration of this method, providing valuable insights and information for researchers in the field....Loe edasi...
This text aims to build evaluation capacity by increasing knowledge about evaluation and improving skills to conduct evaluations. The book’s embedded approach uses program theory to understand relationships between activities and objectives, logic mo...Loe edasi...
The fifth edition of Interdisciplinary Research: Process and Theory reflects the substantial research on all aspects of interdisciplinarity published since the fourth edition in 2020. The literature on interdisciplinary research continues to expand;...Loe edasi...
This text describes how to design and analyze small efficacy or evaluation studies. The problem facing many researchers is how to design a study that is as small as possible, yet big enough to yield relatively unambiguous evidence about an interve...Loe edasi...
This is an introduction for social science students to the growing field of spatial data analysis using the R platform. The text assumes no prior knowledge of either, beyond the contents of an introductory statistics course. It uses the open-sourc...Loe edasi...
Essential habits to build mathematical confidence and competence for all students!It has been said that teachers make approximately 1,500 decisions a day. Given the volume of work, it is no wonder that these decisi...Loe edasi...
In his new book Introductory Statistics Using R: An Easy Approach, Herschel Knapp makes it simple to teach and learn introductory statistics using the R software. Practical examples presented throughout the text with exercis...Loe edasi...
Qualitative diary methods (QDMs) are a versatile range of multi-modal data collection methods that involve participants recording events and experiences, and emotions and reflections, as they happen, on multiple occasions and over a particul...Loe edasi...
The 101 “nuggets of understanding” that comprise Linda Dale Bloombergs book shed light on the required content of a qualitative dissertation. They help readers navigate through the iterative, recursive, and often messy dissertation process, from its...Loe edasi...
Designing Quality Survey Questions, Second Edition shows readers how to craft precisely worded survey questions with appropriate response options that provide useful data to help answer research questions. The authors offer guidance on creative appr...Loe edasi...
Social processes operate at many temporal scales: decades, years, months, weeks, days, hours, minutes, and even seconds. With the advent of the Internet, social media, and other technologies, long sequences of time-series data are increasingly avail...Loe edasi...
Using SPSS® Statistics for Research Methods and Social Statistics is the perfect companion for students who are learning to use the SPSS software to interpret and manage data. Students will appreciate author William E. Wagner-Huan...Loe edasi...
The fourth edition of Introduction to Educational Research by Craig A. Mertler guides readers through the steps of the research process to help them plan and execute research projects in educational settings. With balanced c...Loe edasi...
Mixed Methods Research Outside the Box offers a fresh and unconventional perspective on mixed methods research. Author Joseph A. Maxwell empowers readers to creatively blend qualitative and quantitative approaches. Drawing f...Loe edasi...
Approaches to Mixed Methods Research focuses on the choices social scientists make when designing a study that mixes quantitative and qualitative data. Authors Lisa D. Pearce and Jessica Halliday Hardie explore ways to weave...Loe edasi...
The seventh edition of How to Conduct Surveys: A Step-by-Step Guide by Arlene Fink provides a concise and reliable resource for developing and running surveys. This practical guide walks the reader through the development of rigorous surveys and how...Loe edasi...
Single-Case Designs for Applied Research by Craig Kennedy helps readers explore single-subject research designs, grounded in real-world examples drawn from classic and contemporary research in education and beyond. This text aims to give readers pre...Loe edasi...
