An introduction to scientific research methods in geography
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Thousand Oaks, Calif. :
Sage Publications ,
c2006
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Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction: a scientific approach to geography
- 2. Fundamental research concepts
- 3. Data collection in geography: overview
- 4. Physical measurements
- 5. Behavioral observations and archives
- 6. Explicit reports: surveys, interviews, and tests
- 7. Experimental and nonexperimental research designs
- 8. Sampling
- 9. Statistical data analysis
- 10. Data display: tables, graphs, maps, visualizations
- 11. Reliability and validity
- 12. Geographic information techniques in research
- 13. Scientific communication in geography
- 14. Ethics in scientific research