Practical research : planning and design

Written in uncommonly engaging and elegant prose, this text guides the reader, step-by-step, from the selection of a problem, through the process of conducting authentic research, to the preparation of a completed report, with practical suggestions based on a solid theoretical framework and sound pe...

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Main Authors: Leedy, Paul D. (Author), Ormrod, Jeanne Ellis (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boston, Massachusetts : Pearson , c2013
Edition:10th ed
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Summary:Written in uncommonly engaging and elegant prose, this text guides the reader, step-by-step, from the selection of a problem, through the process of conducting authentic research, to the preparation of a completed report, with practical suggestions based on a solid theoretical framework and sound pedagogy. Suitable as the core text in any introductory research course or even for self-instruction, this text will show students two things: 1) that quality research demands planning and design; and, 2) how their own research projects can be executed effectively and professionally. -- Publishers Description
Physical Description:xix, 364 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (p. 348-352) and index
ISBN:0132693240 (paperback : alk. paper)
0132899507 (hardback : alk. paper)
9780132693240 (paperback : alk. paper)
9780132899505 (hardback : alk. paper)