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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-101412973260
ISBN-139781412973267
eBay Product ID (ePID)72714271
Product Key Features
Number of Pages160 Pages
Publication NameQuantitative Research in Education : a Primer
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2009
SubjectReference, Research
TypeNot Available
Subject AreaReference, Education
AuthorWayne K. (Kolter) Hoy, Wayne K. Hoy
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight10 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.4 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN2009-010775
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal370.72
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
SynopsisDesigned to allay anxiety about quantitative research, this practical text introduces readers to the nature of research and science, and then presents the meaning of concepts, variables, and research problems in the field of Education. Rich with concrete examples and illustrations, the Primer emphasizes a conceptual understanding of quantitative methods and statistics while teaching strategies and techniques for developing an original research hypothesis. Starting with the nature of research and science, it then turns to the meaning of concepts, variables, and research in education to cover the entire research process. The goal of this text is to dispel notions that quantitative research is too difficult, too statistical, and too theoretical, and to generate interest and understanding in using this type of research creatively and effectively. Key Features Demonstrates all concepts in the text with concrete examples specific to Education Examines the conceptual foundations of statistics in order to better understand quantitative research Charts allow students to select appropriate statistical techniques for given scenarios A brief set of exercises at the conclusion of each chapter allow for immediate practice of key concepts Provides particular strategies and techniques to help students understand the process of creating their own hypotheses For more information about the author, please visit www.waynekhoy.com.