DePoy, Elizabeth,

Introduction to research : understanding and applying multiple strategies / Elizabeth DePoy, Laura N. Gitlin. - Fifth edition. - xiv, 398 pages ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Research as an important way of knowing -- Essentials of research -- Research ethics -- Philosophical foundations -- Framing the problem -- Developing a knowledge base through literature and resources -- Theory in research -- Asking questions and posing queries -- Language and thinking processes -- Experimental type designs -- Naturalistic designs -- Mixed method designs -- Setting boundaries -- Boundary setting in experimental-type design -- Boundary setting in naturalistic analysis -- Collecting information -- Collecting data through measurement in experimental-type design -- Gathering information in naturalistic analysis -- Preparing and organizing data -- Statistical analysis for experimental-type research -- Analysis in naturalistic inquiry -- Sharing research knowledge before the study -- Sharing research knowledge during and after the study -- Reciprocal roles of research, knowledge development and practice -- Stories from the field.

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2014038272

101642102 DNLM


Public health--Research--Methodology.
Medical care--Research--Methodology.
Human services--Research--Methodology.
Experimental design.
Research Design.
Biomedical Research.

RA440.85 / .D47 2016

W 20.5 362.1072

W 20.5 D47


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