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This work will be of immense value to those who are undertaking a significant post-graduate research study in Education. The array of impressive contributors writes in an accessible and clear manner, and brings the attention of the reader to both technical and conceptual terms. This book certainly will be an addition to my own reference library

- Susan Groundwater-Smith, Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Sydney

 



This straightforward and jargon-free book will provide students with the theoretical understandings, practical knowledge and skills they need to carry out independent research. The international contributors identify key research methodologies, data collection tools and analysis methods, and focus on the direct comparisons between them.



Each chapter sets out the strengths and weaknesses of a key research method by:







identifying specific research designs presenting a series of relevant data collection tools highlighting which analytical methods which can be used.



The chapters cover the full range of methods and methodologies, including internet research, mixed methods research and the various modes of ethnographic research.





Additional online materials are also available including links to useful journal articles enabling further reading and exploration of each chapter.



This is a key book for M-level students and other postgraduates within Education and Educational Research Methods courses.



James Arthur is Head of School and Professor of Education and Civic Engagement at the University of Birmingham, UK. Michael J. Waring is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Sport, Exercise and Human Sciences at Loughborough University, UK. Robert Coe is Professor in the School of Education and Director of the Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring (CEM), Durham University, UK. Larry V. Hedges (PhD) is Board of Trustees Professor of Statistics and Social Policy, at the Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University, US.

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This work will be of immense value to those who are undertaking a significant post-graduate research study in Education at the M. Phil or PhD level. As well it will be helpful to commissioners of research who may have expertise in one method or another, but not the across-the-board insight when evaluating proposals that employ varied and innovative methods. Its array of impressive contributors writes in an accessible and clear manner and brings the attention of the reader to both technical and conceptual terms.





Not only does the handbook provide the reader with a range of research methods with their associated costs and benefits, but also draws attention to the need for careful and systematic planning at all stages of the inquiry. It cautions against employing any method without first evaluating its appropriateness to the questions being investigated, that is, the commensurability of the research to the purpose of the inquiry.









As a seasoned researcher I found myself refreshed and curious regarding the ongoing debates that continue to circulate around matters of validity and generalisability in increasingly complex contexts. It certainly will be an addition to my own reference library -Susan Groundwater-Smith Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Sydney

Acknowledgements xix
List of figures and tables
xxi
List of abbreviations
xxv
About the editors xxvii
Notes on the contributors xxix
PART I INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODS AND METHODOLOGIES IN EDUCATION
1 Introduction: how this book can help you
3(2)
James Arthur
Chapters and layout
3(2)
2 The nature of educational research - exploring the different understandings of educational research
5(10)
Robert J. Coe
Introduction
5(1)
Dimensions of difference: paradigms?
6(1)
What is a paradigm?
6(1)
Reconciling the different views
6(2)
Different aims for educational research
8(1)
Other ways of classifying different types of educational research
9(1)
Characteristics of research
10(1)
How is educational research different from other kinds of research?
11(1)
Research quality
12(1)
Questions for further investigation
13(1)
Suggested further reading
13(1)
References
13(2)
3 Finding your theoretical position
15(8)
Michael Waring
Introduction
15(1)
Ontology, epistemology, methodology and methods
16(1)
The nature of paradigms - making sense of reality
17(2)
Conclusion
19(1)
Questions for further investigation
19(1)
Suggested further reading
19(1)
References
19(4)
PART II BASIC PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE IN CONDUCTING RESEARCH
4 Design of empirical research
23(8)
Larry V. Hedges
Introduction
23(1)
Problem formulation
23(1)
Logic of enquiry
24(1)
Varieties of research designs
25(2)
Validity considerations
27(3)
Suggested further reading
30(1)
References
30(1)
5 Planning your research
31(10)
Laura Day Ashley
Why is planning important?
31(1)
Starting to plan early on
31(6)
Managing your time and resources
37(1)
The research proposal or plan
38(1)
Planning as an ongoing activity
38(2)
Suggested further reading
40(1)
References
40(1)
6 Conducting your research
41(12)
Robert J. Coe
The importance of inference and interpretation
41(1)
Confusion over `validity'
41(2)
Interpretation claims
43(5)
Transfer claims
48(4)
Suggested further reading
52(1)
References
52(1)
7 Research impact and dissemination
53(18)
Marilyn Leask
Introduction
53(1)
Definitions
54(1)
Judging the impact of research
55(1)
Autonomy versus accountability --- changes in the role of the university and the academic
56(2)
E-tools supporting research impact and dissemination
58(1)
Practitioners' access to research and engagement of practitioners in research
58(4)
Commissioning research to underpin policy and practice
62(1)
Your stance on impact and dissemination?
62(1)
Conclusion
63(1)
Notes
63(1)
Suggested further reading
63(1)
References
64(7)
PART III KEY METHODS
Dimension 1 Research Designs
8 Action research
71(5)
Carol Munn-Giddings
What is action research?
71(1)
Research design
72(1)
Example: stress in the workplace
73(1)
The methodological approach
73(1)
Note
74(1)
Suggested further reading
74(1)
References
74(2)
9 Naturalistic research
76(4)
Rob Walker
Naturalistic enquiry
76(1)
A brief history
76(1)
Methods of naturalistic enquiry
77(1)
An example: the David Medd study
77(1)
Issues in naturalistic enquiry
78(1)
Suggested further reading
79(1)
References
79(1)
10 Ethnographic and representational styles
80(5)
Ghazala Bhatti
Definition and brief history
80(1)
Research question and paradigmatic location
81(1)
Methods, data collection and analysis
82(1)
An example: an ethnographic journey
82(1)
Other resources
83(1)
Suggested further reading
83(1)
References
83(2)
11 Grounded theory
85(9)
Robert Thornberg
Introduction
85(1)
Data collection and theoretical sampling
86(1)
Coding
86(3)
Memos
89(2)
Interplay between induction and abduction
91(1)
Conclusion
92(1)
Suggested further reading
92(1)
References
92(2)
12 Visual methodologies
94(8)
Jenni Karlsson
The visual turn
94(1)
Defining visual methodologies
95(1)
Methods of data collection and analysis
95(1)
Implementing two approaches to generating visual data
96(3)
Conclusion
99(1)
Notes
99(1)
Suggested further reading
99(1)
References
100(2)
13 Case study research
102(6)
Laura Day Ashley
Case study research: an outline
102(1)
A multiple case study of private school outreach in India
103(3)
Suggested further reading
106(1)
References
106(2)
14 Issues of truth and justice
108(6)
Ian Davies
Andrew Peterson
Truth and justice in educational research: fundamental considerations and practical influences
108(2)
An example of a recent research and development project
110(2)
Conclusion
112(1)
Suggested further reading
112(1)
References
113(1)
15 Surveys and longitudinal research
114(5)
Anna Vignoles
Longitudinal data and research designs
114(1)
Applications of longitudinal research designs
114(1)
Data
115(1)
Applications of longitudinal research
115(3)
Conclusion
118(1)
Note
118(1)
Suggested further reading
118(1)
References
118(1)
16 Statistical and correlational techniques
119(6)
Stephen Gorard
Introduction
119(1)
Statistical and correlational research
119(1)
An example: correlational research
120(4)
Suggested further reading
124(1)
References
124(1)
17 Secondary data
125(6)
Emma Smith
Introduction
125(1)
What is secondary data analysis?
125(1)
The promises of secondary data analysis
126(1)
Using secondary data in mixed methods research
126(1)
Using secondary data to monitor trends over time
127(2)
Conclusion
129(1)
Suggested further reading
129(1)
References
130(1)
18 Impact evaluation
131(6)
Steve Higgins
Evaluation of impact: a case study of the introduction of interactive whiteboards in schools in the UK
131(1)
Evaluation rationale and aims
131(1)
Evaluation aims and methods
132(1)
Results of the evaluation
133(1)
Challenges for interpretation and evaluation design
134(1)
Suggested further reading
135(1)
References
135(2)
19 Interventions: experiments
137(4)
Peter Tymms
Definition and outline of the key research design
137(1)
The kind of associated research questions
137(1)
Paradigmatic location
138(1)
Individual random assignment
138(1)
Clusters randomly assigned
138(1)
Suggested further reading
139(1)
References
139(2)
20 A systematic review
141(6)
Mark Newman
Kelly Dickson
Definition and outline of the key research design
141(1)
Formulating the review question
141(1)
Searching and selecting studies
142(1)
Coding to describe studies
142(1)
Assessing study quality
143(1)
Synthesis of evidence in the in-depth review
143(1)
What did the review find?
143(2)
Different applications of systematic review methods
145(1)
Note
145(1)
Suggested further reading
145(1)
References
146(1)
21 Mixed methods
147(6)
Gert Biesta
Introducing mixed methods research
147(1)
The nature of mixed methods research
148(1)
Different mixed designs
148(2)
An example: the Learning Lives project
150(1)
Note
151(1)
Suggested further reading
151(1)
References
151(2)
22 Philosophical research
153(12)
Richard Pring
Introduction
153(1)
Doing philosophy
154(1)
The aims of education
155(1)
Standards of performance
156(2)
Learning
158(1)
Academic and vocational
159(1)
Practical learning
159(2)
Conclusion
161(1)
Note
162(1)
Suggested further reading
162(1)
References
162(3)
Dimension 2 Data Collection Tools
23 Observation-based research
165(5)
Michael V. Angrosino
Observation as a technique for data collection in social research: a brief introduction
165(1)
Types of observation-based research
165(1)
Observational research in educational settings
166(1)
A checklist for doing observational research
166(1)
The ethics of observation-based research
167(1)
Some points for further consideration
168(1)
Conclusion
169(1)
Questions for further investigation
169(1)
Note
169(1)
Suggested further reading
169(1)
24 In-depth interviews
170(7)
Carolyn L. Mears
Introduction
170(1)
Interviewing: it's more than questions and answers
170(2)
Conducting the interview
172(1)
Challenges and dispositions
173(1)
Standards
174(1)
Conclusion
175(1)
Questions for further investigation
175(1)
Suggested further reading
175(1)
References
175(2)
25 Techniques to assist with interviewing
177(9)
Rosalind Hurworth
Introduction
177(1)
The use of still photographs and other images as stimuli
177(2)
Vignettes
179(1)
Props and prompts when talking (especially) to children
180(2)
Issues concerning the use of stimuli
182(1)
Conclusion
182(1)
Questions for further investigation
183(1)
Note
183(1)
Suggested further reading
183(1)
References
183(3)
26 Focus groups and group interviews
186(7)
Anita Gibbs
Introduction
186(1)
Strengths and weaknesses of focus groups
187(1)
How to set up and run a focus group
187(2)
Ethical dilemmas
189(1)
Cultural challenges
189(1)
Online focus groups
190(1)
Exemplars
190(1)
Conclusion
191(1)
Questions for further investigation
191(1)
Suggested further reading
191(1)
References
191(2)
27 Internet-based methods
193(9)
Rhona Sharpe
Greg Benfield
Introduction
193(2)
Using online research methods to investigate learners' experiences
195(2)
Challenges in learner experience research
197(2)
Conclusion
199(1)
Questions for further investigation
199(1)
Notes
199(1)
Suggested further reading
199(1)
References
199(3)
28 Doing blog research
202(8)
Axel Bruns
Jean Burgess
Introduction
202(1)
The computational turn
203(2)
Combining quantitative and qualitative approaches
205(1)
Implications of the computational turn
206(1)
Questions for further investigation
207(1)
Suggested further reading
208(1)
References
208(2)
29 Documentary methods
210(7)
Gary McCulloch
Introduction
210(1)
Personal documents
211(1)
The public record
212(1)
Archival documents
213(1)
Conclusion
214(1)
Questions for further investigation
214(1)
Suggested further reading
214(1)
References
215(2)
30 Systematic reviews
217(14)
Carole Torgerson
Jill Hall
Kate Light
Overview
217(1)
Introduction
217(2)
Detailed guidance on methods for undertaking a systematic review
219(10)
Conclusion
229(1)
Questions for further investigation
229(1)
Suggested further reading
229(1)
References
230(1)
31 Questionnaires
231(10)
Peter Tymms
Introduction
231(1)
Purposes
231(1)
Formats
232(2)
Wording
234(1)
Administration
235(1)
Length of questionnaires
235(1)
Response rates
236(1)
Scales
237(1)
How many items are needed in a scale?
237(2)
Conclusion and links to other methodology
239(1)
Questions for further investigation
239(1)
Notes
239(1)
Suggested further reading
239(1)
References
240(1)
32 Measurement and validity
241(10)
Ronald K. Hambleton
Introduction
241(1)
Approaches to collecting data
241(2)
Scales of measurement
243(1)
Criterion-referenced vs. norm-referenced measurement
244(1)
Score reliability
244(1)
Score validity
245(1)
Conclusion
246(1)
Questions for further investigation
246(1)
Suggested further reading
246(1)
References
246(5)
Dimension 3 Analysis Methods
33 Software and qualitative data analysis
251(8)
Graham R. Gibbs
To use CAQDAS or not
252(1)
Setting up the project in NVivo
252(1)
Units of analysis
253(1)
Security
253(1)
Coding
254(1)
Coding crisis
255(1)
Searching
255(1)
Searching for coded text and attributes
256(1)
Teamwork
256(1)
Resources
257(1)
Questions for further investigation
257(1)
Suggested further reading
257(1)
References
258(1)
34 Statistical analysis tools
259(13)
Paul Connolly
Introduction
259(1)
The quantitative dataset
259(2)
Statistical analysis with Excel
261(2)
Statistical analysis with SPSS
263(3)
Statistical analysis in Stata
266(2)
Statistical analysis with MLwiN
268(1)
Conclusion
269(1)
Questions for further investigation
270(1)
Notes
270(1)
Suggested further reading
270(1)
References
270(2)
35 Discourse analysis
272(11)
Elaine Vaughan
Introduction
272(1)
Approaches to discourse analysis
272(6)
Discourse analysis and teacher language: data and analysis
278(2)
Questions for further investigation
280(1)
Suggested further reading
280(1)
References
281(2)
36 Media analysis
283(7)
Michael Atkinson
Introduction
283(1)
Conducting media analysis
283(4)
Critiques
287(1)
Conclusion
288(1)
Questions for further investigation
288(1)
Suggested further reading
289(1)
References
289(1)
37 Visual methodologies and social change
290(7)
Claudia Mitchell
Introduction: visual methodologies
290(1)
Mapping the terrain of visual methodologies
291(2)
Applying the methods: a case for photovoice --- the Friday Absenteeism Project
293(1)
Conclusion
294(1)
Questions for further investigation
294(1)
Suggested further reading
295(1)
References
295(2)
38 Grounded theory
297(12)
Michael Waring
Introduction
297(1)
(Re)interpretations of grounded theory
297(1)
Locating yourself as a grounded theorist
298(1)
What is grounded theory?
298(2)
The helix model: a framework for enquiry
300(1)
Theoretical sensitivity
300(1)
The heart of the matter --- coding
301(4)
Writing a grounded theory
305(1)
Criticisms of grounded theory
305(1)
Conclusion
306(1)
Questions for further investigation
306(1)
Suggested further reading
306(1)
References
307(2)
39 Ethnography as epistemology
309(13)
Judith L. Green
Audra Skukauskaite
W. Douglas Baker
Introduction to educational ethnography
309(1)
On ethnography as a logic-in-use
309(2)
Exemplars of educational issues, topics and directions
311(1)
Principles of operation guiding the actions of the ethnographer
312(4)
A telling case of a logic-in-use
316(2)
Conclusion
318(1)
Questions for further investigation
319(1)
Suggested further reading
319(1)
References
319(3)
40 Biographical research methods
322(8)
Michael Tedder
Introduction
322(1)
The appeal of biographical research
323(1)
Conducting biographical research
324(1)
Analysing and writing up biographical research
325(1)
Exemplary studies
326(1)
Conclusion
327(1)
Questions for further investigation
328(1)
Suggested further reading
328(1)
References
328(2)
41 Statistical hypothesis tests
330(8)
Michael Borenstein
Introduction
330(1)
Motivational example
330(1)
Significance tests
330(2)
NHST: the wrong framework for educational research
332(1)
Effect size estimation
333(1)
Effect size estimation addresses the question of interest
333(1)
NHST lends itself to mistakes of interpretation
334(1)
In context
335(1)
Why does it work at all?
335(1)
Effect sizes and research synthesis
335(1)
Statistical notes
336(1)
Conclusion
336(1)
Questions for further investigation
336(1)
Suggested further reading
337(1)
References
337(1)
42 Analysis of variance (ANOVA)
338(10)
H. J. Keselman
Lisa Lix
Introduction
338(1)
Applications of ANOVA
338(1)
Considerations in applying ANOVA
339(1)
How it works/the basics
339(4)
Ancillary procedures
343(1)
Robust analogues to ANOVA F-tests
344(1)
Assessing ANOVA results reported in empirical research
345(1)
Conclusion
346(1)
Questions for further investigation
346(1)
Suggested further reading
347(1)
References
347(1)
43 Multiple linear regression
348(8)
Stephen Gorard
Introduction
348(1)
Correlation and simple regression
348(3)
Multiple regression
351(1)
Basic assumptions
352(1)
Cautions and interpretations
353(1)
Conclusion
354(1)
Questions for further investigation
354(1)
Suggested further reading
355(1)
References
355(1)
44 Multilevel analysis
356(12)
Michael Seltzer
Jordan Rickles
Introduction
356(1)
An illustration of multilevel modelling via analysis of the data from a multi-site evaluation of the transition mathematics curriculum
357(8)
Additional applications and examples
365(1)
Conclusion
366(1)
Questions for further investigation
366(1)
Notes
366(1)
Suggested further reading
366(1)
References
367(1)
45 Effect size
368(10)
Robert J. Coe
Introduction
368(1)
Why do we need `effect size'?
368(1)
How is it calculated?
369(2)
How can effect sizes be interpreted?
371(2)
What is the margin for error in estimation effect sizes?
373(1)
What other factors can influence effect size?
373(2)
Are there alternative measures of effect size?
375(1)
Conclusion
375(1)
Questions for further investigation
376(1)
Notes
376(1)
Suggested further reading
376(1)
References
376(2)
46 Meta-analysis
378(7)
Larry V. Hedges
Introduction
378(1)
Why is meta-analysis necessary?
378(1)
Effect sizes
379(1)
Procedures in meta-analysis
380(1)
Combining effect size estimates across studies
380(1)
Assessing heterogeneity
381(1)
Fixed versus random effects
381(1)
Analysis of variance and regression analysis in meta-analysis
382(1)
Publication bias
382(1)
Example
383(1)
Conclusion
383(1)
Questions for further investigation
383(1)
Suggested further reading
384(1)
References
384(1)
Index 385
Professor James Arthur, Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Professor of Education and Civic Engagement, University of Birmingham. He is Director, Jubilee Centre for Character and Virtues, an inter-disciplinary research centre focussing on character, virtues and values in the interest of human flourishing. He has written widely on the relationship between theory and practice in education, particularly the links between communitarianism, social virtues, citizenship, religion and education. He is Secretary to the Society for Educational Studies.

Dr Michael Waring, Griffith Institute for Educational Research, School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University, Australia. He sits on the executive of the Society for Educational Studies, and is on the editorial board of the British Journal of Educational Studies and Higher Education Pedagogies. His research interests focus on the development of inclusive participatory pedagogy, assessment feedback, research literacy and the use of learning technologies as part of distance and blended learning in higher education and initial teacher education contexts. Generally, and as part of the exploration of this personalised learning agenda, he is interested in the use and innovative development of qualitative research methodology.

Robert Coe, Director of Research and Development at Evidence Based Education, Senior Associate at the Education Endowment Foundation and Honorary Professor of Education at Durham University.  His research interests focus on the application of research to supporting improvements in educational practice, drawing on experience as a university professor and high school teacher, with particular expertise in evaluation methodology and educational assessment.

Larry V. Hedges is one of eight Board of Trustees Professors at Northwestern, the universitys most distinguished academic position. He holds appointments in statistics and data science, psychology, education and social policy, and medical social sciences. Previously, he was the Stella M. Rowley Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Chicago. He received the Yidan Prize in Education Research in 2018 and the José Vasconcelos World Award of Education from the World Culture Council in 2023 He is an elected member of the National Academy of Education and is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Statistical Association, the American Psychological Association, the Association for Psychological Science, and the American Educational Research Association. He is also a member of the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness, which established an annual endowed lecture in his honor. He was selected to give the inaugural Hedges Lecture in 2016. Hedges was nominated by President Barack Obama to the Board of Directors of the National Board for Education Sciences, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate in June 2012, and was elected Chair of the Board in 2016. Widely published, he has authored or co-authored 250 journal articles and 13 books including Coe, Waring, Hedges, & Day Ashley, Research Methods and Methodologies in Education, 3rd edition (2021, Sage London). He has also co-directed  research training institutes on research design  funded by the US Institute of Education Sciences, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation for the last 20 years.