http://www.loc.gov/mods/v3 http://www.loc.gov/standards/mods/v3/mods-3-2.xsd
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
1. The nature and tools of research -- 2. The problem : the heart of the research process -- 3. Review of the related literature -- 4. Planning your research project -- 5. Writing the research proposal -- 6. Qualitative research -- 7. Historical research -- 9. Descriptive research -- 10. Experimental, quasi-experimental, and ex post facto design -- 11. Mixed-methods research -- 12. Writing the final research report
Includes bibliographical references (p. 348-352) and index