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First steps in research
Title:
First steps in research
Author:
Maree, J. G. (Jacobus Gideon)
ISBN:
9780627041693
Edition:
Fourth edition.
Contents:
What is a research question and why is it important? -- Introduction to the language of research -- Planning a research proposal -- Writing winning grant proposals -- Introducing qualitative research -- Qualitative research designs and data-gathering techniques -- Analysing qualitative data -- First steps in action research -- The quantitative research process -- Surveys and the use of questionnaires -- Sampling -- Statistical analysis I : descriptive statistics -- Statistical analysis II : inferential statistics - Standardisation of a questionnaire -- Overview of the some of the most popular statistical techniques -- Foundations and approaches to mixed methods research -- Appendices.
Abstract:
" 'First steps in research' leverages the latest local and international perspectives to provide theoretical and practical guidelines on conducting and reporting research at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It explores the historical and philosophical foundations of qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods research, offering guidance on their appropriate use. Additionally, it examines the methodological aspects of action research and exemplifies participatory reflection." --Cover.
Subject Term:
Research.
Added Author:
Maree, J. G. (Jacobus Gideon)
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