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Introduction to Educational Research
Fourth Edition
- Craig A. Mertler - Barry University, USA
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Educational Research Methods
Educational Research Methods
November 2024 | 384 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
The Fourth Edition of Introduction to Educational Research by Craig A. Mertler guides readers through the steps of the research process to help them plan and execute research projects in educational settings. With balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative methods, an emphasis on ethics, and concrete applications of methods, this text offers a practical presentation of the research process. New to the Fourth Edition are more information on interviews throughout the book, expanded coverage of qualitative research, and a thoroughly updated chapter on action research. Three current research articles are included as appendices to demonstrate qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods. Comprehensive and student-friendly, Introduction to Educational Research uses conversational and nontechnical language to help students clearly understand and apply research concepts, principles, procedures, and terminology.
Preface
Acknowledgements
About the Author
Initial Research Considerations
What is Educational Research?
Finding Answers to Questions
Educational Research--What It Is and What It Is not
The Scientific Method
Educational Research as a Process
Knowing Your Specific Discipline
Educators as Researchers
Overview of the Educational Research Process
Planning the Research Study
Implementing the Research Study
Completing the Research Study
The Educational Research Process--A Brief Example
Identifying a Research Problem
Identifying a Research Topic or Problem
Necessary Terminology Related to Research
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Ethics in Educational Research
Ethical Considerations in the Conduct of Research
Ethics in Qualitative Versus Quantitative Studies
Institutional Review Boards
Reviewing Related Research Literature
What is Literature Review?
Sources for Literature Related to Your Research Topics
Searching for ERIC Online Database
Searching the Google Scholar Online Database
Organizing and Writing Your Literature Review
Designing a Research Study
Qualitative Research Methods
Characteristics of Qualitative Research
The Qualitative Research Process
Approaches to Conducting Qualitative Research
More About Ethnographic Research
More About Narrative Research
Quantitative Research Methods
Characteristics of Quantitative Research
The Quantitative Research Process
Nonexperimental Research Designs
Experimental Research Designs
Threats to Validity in Quantitative Designs
Mixed-Methods Research
Characteristics of Mixed-Methods Research
The Mixed-Methods Research Process
Approaches to Conducting Mixed-Methods Research
Validity, Strengths, and Limitations in Mixed-Methods Research
Action Research
Characteristics of Action Research
The Action Research Process
Action Planning and Reflection
Validity in Action Research
Strengths and Limitations of Action Research
Writing a Research Proposal
Purpose of a Research Proposal
General Aspects of a Research Proposal
Components of a Quantitative Research Proposal
Components of a Qualitative Research Proposal
Proposals for Action Research and Mixed-Methods Studies
Collecting and Analyzing Data
Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis
Sampling Techniques in Qualitative Research
Qualitative Data Collection Techniques
Characteristics of Qualitative Data: Accuracy, Credibility, and Dependability
Qualitative Data Analysis Techniques
Quantitative Data Collection
Sampling Techniques in Quantitative Research
Levels of Measurement
Quantitative Data Collection Techniques
Characteristics of Quantitative Data: Validity and Reliability
Quantitative Data Analysis
Quantitative Data Analysis Techniques
Descriptive Statistical Analysis
Inferential Statistical Analysis
Cautions in Using Statistics
The Research Report
Writing a Final Research Report
Importance of the Audience
General Guidelines For Writing A Research Report
Practical Guidelines for Writing
Appendix A: Should I Stay or Should I Go? Understanding Teacher Motivation, Job Satisfaction, and Perceptions of Retention Among Arizona Teachers
Appendix B: Undocumented and College-Bound: A Case Study of the Supports and Barriers High School Students Encounter in Accessing Higher Education
Appendix C: The Impact of Book Reading in the Early Years on Parent–Child Language Interaction
Glossary
References
Index
Supplements
Instructor Resources
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A foundational text for educational researchers.
Fresno Pacific University
The book covers the basics of research in education and is simplified in a way that is easy for students to follow.
California State University Dominguez Hills
This is a well-written text which provides good quality examples which makes it more user-friendly.
University of Charlotte
