Foundations of behavioral research

Fred N. Kerlinger

Social science

Print length: 667 pagesHolt, Rinehart and Winston, 1986

Description

Foundations of Behavioral Research is a graduate-level guide to designing and evaluating scientific studies in psychology and education. It begins from the research problem, showing how a precise question should determine the choice of design, measurement, and statistical analysis rather than allowing technique to drive inquiry. Discussions of methodology and measurement sit alongside statistical software, multivariate analysis, research ethics, and the preparation of APA-style reports. By bringing these elements into a single volume, the book helps readers connect conceptual decisions with the practical work of collecting, analyzing, and presenting evidence. It is structured both as a course text and as a continuing reference for graduate students and working researchers.

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Knowledge and truthMoralityWork

Book details

For the print edition listed above.

Publisher: Holt, Rinehart and Winston
Language: English
ISBN: 9780030417610

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