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050			_aQA 276.4 .K56 2013
100			_aKing, Ronald S. _eauthor
245		0	_aResearch methods for information systems / _cRonald S. King
260			_aDulles, Virginia : _bMercury Learning and Information, _cc2013
300			_axxiv, 745 pages : _billustrations ; _c26 cm.
365			_bUSD48.98
520			_aAssuming no previous knowledge, this book provides comprehensive coverage for a first course in research & statistical methods in computing, or it can be used as "on the job" self-training for professionals. It shows how to apply these methods to the current problems faced in a variety of fields, but with special emphasis on computer science and information systems. A research model applicable to applied research is proposed and discussed throughout the text. This model accommodates scientific methods of research, including empirical, quantitative, qualitative, case study, and mixed methods. Using a non-threatening approach to the subject, the text avoids excessive mathematics and abstract theory. It includes numerous exercises and examples that help students understand the relevance of research methodology applications, a DVD with statistical tables, data files, etc. Numerous instructors' resources are available upon adoption. This book has the following selected topics: Introduction to statistics; descriptive statistics; data mining; probability; estimation; hypothesis testing; chi-square tests; linear regression; variance; random-number generation; guide to research; model construction; statistical software; axiomatic research; simulation and clustering methods; simulations; statistical tables -- Bookseller's website.
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