Research methods and methodologies in education / edited by James Arthur [and three others]. - London, United Kingdom : Sage Publications, Incorporation, c2012 - xxxiv, 417 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODS AND METHODOLOGIES IN EDUCATION -- Part II. BASIC PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE IN CONDUCTING RESEARCH -- Part III. KEY METHODS DIMENSION 1 RESEARCH DESIGNS -- DIMENSION 2 DATA COLLECTION TOOLS -- DIMENSION 3 ANALYSIS METHODS.

Each chapter sets out the strengths and weaknesses of a key research method by: identifying specific research designs; presenting a series of relevant data collection tools; highlighting which analytical methods can be used. The chapters cover the full range of methods and methodologies, including internet research, mixed methods, and ethnographic research. Additional online materials are also available including links to useful journal articles. This is a key book for M-level students and other postgraduates within Education and Educational Research Methods courses.

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