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Qualitative Inquiry in Clinical and Educational Settings
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Hays, Danica G.; Singh, Anneliese A. – Guilford Publications, 2011
This highly readable text demystifies the qualitative research process--and helps readers conceptualize their own studies--by organizing the different research paradigms and traditions into coherent clusters. Real-world examples and firsthand perspectives illustrate the research process; instructive exercises and activities build on each other so…
Descriptors: Field Instruction, Qualitative Research, Discussion, Research Methodology
The Elements of Library Research: What Every Student Needs to Know
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George, Mary W. – Princeton University Press, 2008
To do solid academic research, college students need to look beyond the computer search engine. This short, practical book introduces students to the important components of the information-seeking process. "The Elements of Library Research" provides a foundation for success in any research assignment, from a freshman paper to a senior thesis.…
Descriptors: Thinking Skills, College Libraries, Search Engines, Library Research
Research Reports: A Guide for Middle and High School Students.
Sullivan, Helen; Sernoff, Linda – 1996
This comprehensive, all-inclusive guide to creating research reports is intended for use by secondary and middle school students. The easy-to-read, easy-to-follow guide will show the student how to: choose a topic for that is broad enough to offer many options for research, but narrow enough for thorough research; proceed with the research, take…
Descriptors: Intermediate Grades, Middle Schools, Research Papers (Students), Research Projects
How to Design, Analyze, and Write Doctoral or Masters Research. Second Edition.
Balian, Edward S. – 1988
A practical guide to conducting and reporting graduate-level research projects outlines each step in the research process and discusses both practical and theoretical considerations. Chapter 1 addresses idea and topic development. Chapter 2 discusses the purposes, procedures, and sources for literature reviews and searches. In chapter 3, the…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Doctoral Dissertations, Higher Education
Development and Management of Research Groups: A Guide for University Researchers.
Smith, Robert V. – 1980
Guidelines for professional research managers of small research groups are presented. The research group consisting of 10 or fewer full-time-equivalent research personnel is the focus. The following aspects of developing the research group are considered: obtaining grant support, recruiting personnel, procuring equipment and instrumentation…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Financial Support, Higher Education, Personnel Needs
Internet for Kids.
Frazier, Deneen; And Others – 1995
This book seeks to direct children to Internet resources that are educational and fun, that spark ideas for projects, or that connect them to people of similar interests. The foreword is by United States Senator Bob Kerrey. The chapters are: (1) "The World of the Internet," which presents brief explanations of a wide range of services…
Descriptors: Childrens Writing, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Cooperation
A Guide for Use in Planning, Conducting, and Reporting Research Projects. Second Edition.
Westmeyer, Paul – 1994
This guide to planning and conducting research projects covers how to decide on a research problem, state a hypothesis, plan for the collection of data, write a proposal, analyze and interpret data, and write the research report. Overall, the book takes a practical, hands-on approach and offers checklists, suggestions, and guidelines for all the…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Collection