An Applied Guide to Research Designs

Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

• New coverage includes an elaboration on the survey approach, a presentation of statistical tools common to the observational approach for nonexperimental research, an expanded discussion on the switching-replication design, and an expanded chapter on the single-case approach.
• A new chapter on the action research approach features diagrams for specific research designs that can be utilized for participatory approaches.
• New appendices cover specific statistical analysis in relation to the research design, general procedural steps for qualitative data analysis, and reference materials for writing and summing up preliminary analysis.
• A new chart allows researchers to gauge the quality of an experimental study based on internal validity, statistical conclusion validity, control, and cause-and-effect parameters.

KEY FEATURES:

• Comprehensive coverage includes research designs from quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, with diagrams of factorial designs and nonexperimental research such as observational (correlational) and survey approaches, visual models for qualitative methods, and proposed designs for mixed method single case approaches.
• Examples of each design from published studies show readers the real-world context of what they are learning.
• An emphasis on consistent terminology enhances learning through a clear definition of the concepts of method, research, approach, and design.