Quantitative Research for the Behavioral Sciences / Edition 1

by Celia C. Reaves

Overview

Using an informal approach, this is an introduction to a broad range of research methods; presumes no prior experience with statistics and emphasizes theoretical underpinnings and practical applications. Topics include the philosophy of science, the theory of measurement, a concise overview of statistical analysis, the effects of social science on individuals and society, how to go about writing a research report. Along with examples of actual research, each chapter ends with a summary, a CheckPoint and exercises that encourage students to think more deeply about issues just covered.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780471616832
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	04/16/1992
Pages:	400
Product dimensions:	7.83(w) x 9.49(h) x 0.94(d)

About the Author

Celia C. Reaves is the author of Quantitative Research for the Behavioral Sciences, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

FUNDAMENTALS.

The Nature and Kinds of Research.

The Nature of Science.

The Ethics of Research.

MAKING AND USING MEASUREMENTS.

The Theory of Measurement.

Issues in Measurement.

Measuring and Using Correlations.

EXPERIMENTAL METHODS.

Fundamental Ideas in Experimental Methods.

The Control of Extraneous Variables.

Quasi-Experimental Research.

DEALING WITH RESULTS.

Statistical Decisions.

The Research Report.

Science as a Human Activity.

Appendices.

References.

Glossary.

Index.

Editorial Reviews

Text suitable for all introductory level research methods courses, and for graduate students who want a refresher, introduces a broad range of research methods used by behavioral scientists and provides an understanding of how quantitative research is conducted, analyzed, and used. Includes coverage of writing the research report. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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