Research Methods in Education
Joseph W Check author Russell K Schutt author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc
Published:13th Dec '11
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

Research Methods in Education introduces research methods as an integrated set of techniques for investigating questions about the educational world. This lively, innovative text helps students connect technique and substance, appreciate the value of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and make ethical research decisions. It weaves actual research "stories" into the presentation of research topics, and it emphasizes validity, authenticity, and practical significance as overarching research goals.
The text is divided into three sections: Foundations of Research (five chapters), Research Design and Data Collection (seven chapters), and Analyzing and Reporting Data (three chapters). This tripartite conceptual framework honors traditional quantitative approaches while reflecting the growing popularity of qualitative studies, mixed method designs, and school-based techniques. This approach provides a comprehensive, conceptually unified, and well-written introduction to the exciting but complex field of educational research.
This is a very useful textbook which covers the areas expected from a compact and yet comprehensive introduction to research methods in education. The writing style is accessible and chapters are helpfully concluded with reference to the research terminology used and a summary of key points made. The chapters are linked together with the idea of writing a research proposal. This is useful for students in that the suggestions reinforce the research process and pre-empt the work needed in planning for a research project. -- Dr Alaster Douglas * drupal *
A very well written book that should be of interest to learners. I have highly recommended it to students but given the current economic climate, cannot insist on an essential status -- Dr Gordon Ade-ojo * drupal *
It seemed straightforward and was priced well for students -- Dr Kathy Hayes * drupal *
More for an undergrad audience not post grad, But very good to refresh existing knowledge and keeping up to date -- Dr Linda Barlow-Meade * drupal *
A good resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students. -- Dr Spyros Themelis * drupal *
This is an excellent book for the complete beginner and I particularly like the writing style. -- Miss June Fairclough * drupal *
Brilliant well-written book. Easy to read students enjoyed this book and supported their learning. -- Miss Natasha Hassan * drupal *
This book is very comprehensive. All chapters are enough detailed for students. Especially, the appendicies are very usefull for teachers and students.
For example, App. A (Questions to ask about reseacrh article) and App. B (How to read a research article) have critical importance for all researchers, master and doctoral students.
And also, In my opinion, Using the web site of the book (Instructor Teaching Site) can support students′ effective learning, increase the course quality and make to easy the course management.
I will recommend Research Method in Education as supplemental book in my course at this term -- Mr Murat BAGLIBEL * drupal *
A good book for those in the early stages of research methods for education. Clearly written with simplicity in mind which takes you nicely through the different stages of research. -- Mrs Anita McGowan * drupal *
A good supplimentary textbook -- Mrs Annabel Yale * drupal *
A very well structured and informative book. It addresses many of the questions (beginning) researchers in education face. It gives both practical and more basic information. -- Mrs Jacqueline Swet * drupal *
This book provides a comprehensive guide for students undertaking reseach within education with text and structure that is both easy to follow and understand
I would definitely recommend this text to students undertaking reseach. -- Mrs Jacqui Creed * drupal *
This book clearly supports the student in helping them to understand research methods in education with easy to understand diagrams and illustrations that help to clarify understanding. -- Mrs Jayne Daly * drupal *
excellent reference book to guide students through the process of research in education -- Mrs Mary Brown * drupal *
A comprehensive book on research methods which will give students a good grounding in the field of educational research. The chapters are easy to read and information is easy to locate. I would recommend this book for students starting their research project/ dissertation. This book is useful for students to supplement their reading list for the foundation degree too. -- Mrs Samantha Sutton-Tsang * drupal *
This book gives a really solid base on which to build research. The student study site will also prove invaluable. -- Ms Julie Burton * drupal *
the research design and data collection section was very useful and informative. -- Ms Yvonne Diggins * drupal *
ISBN: 9781412940092
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 870g
440 pages