Research Methods in Education
- Joseph Check - University of Massachusetts Boston, USA
- Russell K. Schutt - University of Massachusetts Boston, USA
Research Methods in Education
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.
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
It seemed straightforward and was priced well for students
More for an undergrad audience not post grad, But very good to refresh existing knowledge and keeping up to date
A good resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
This is an excellent book for the complete beginner and I particularly like the writing style.
Brilliant well-written book. Easy to read students enjoyed this book and supported their learning.
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
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.
A good supplimentary textbook
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 4: Conceptualization and Measurement
Chapter 6: Causation and Research Design
