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" Practical research : "
Paul D. Leedy, Late of American University, Jeanne Ellis Ormrod, University of Northern Colorado (Emerita).
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BL
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872709
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Leedy, Paul D.
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| Title & Author
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Practical research : : planning and design /\ Paul D. Leedy, Late of American University, Jeanne Ellis Ormrod, University of Northern Colorado (Emerita).
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| Edition Statement
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Eleventh edition.
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| Publication Statement
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Boston :: Pearson,, [2016]
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xviii, 389 pages :: illustrations ;; 28 cm
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| ISBN
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013374132X
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: 9780133741322
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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| Contents
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The nature and tools of research -- The problem : the heart of the research process -- Review of the related literature -- Planning your research project -- Writing the research project -- Descriptive research -- Experimental, quasi-experimental and ex post facto designs -- Analyzing quantitative data -- Qualitative research methods -- Historical research -- Analyzing qualitative data -- Mixed-methods designs -- Planning and preparing a final research report -- Appendix A : Using a spreadsheet : Microsoft Excel -- Appendix B : Using SPSS.
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| Abstract
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A broad-spectrum, cross-disciplinary book suitable for a wide variety of courses in basic research methodology. The eleventh edition features new strategies in research methodologies, updated discussions of technology-based strategies, and the clarification and restructuring of all material.
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Research-- Methodology.
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Research-- Methodology.
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Research Design.
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| Dewey Classification
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001.4
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Q180.55.M4L43 2016
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W 20.5
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Ormrod, Jeanne Ellis.
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