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Research Titles in Kong Chian Library

Title: Survey Research

Author: Roger Sapsford

Synopsis: This book provides a readable and informative coverage of the main survey methods and the place of surveys in the spectrum of social research. In contrast to many competing books, no prior knowledge is assumed. The book guides the reader through the main theoretical and practical aspects of the subject and illustrated the application of survey methods through examples. It covers the technical questions which have to be considered when planning and carrying out research and also the ethics and politics of research project.

Title: Conducting Research into Human Geography

Authors: Rob Kitchin, Nicholas J. Tate

Synopsis: Designed to guide the reader through the complete research process, whether it be a one day field study or a larger dissertation project, from the nurturing of ideas and development of a proposal, to the design of an equiry, the generation and analysis of data, to the drawing of conclusions from the results, and the presentation of the findings. The book provides a broad overview of the theoretical underpinnings and explores some of the main research methodologies currently being used in contemporary human geography.

Title: Introduction to Social Research

Author: Keith F. Punch

Synopsis: The social science researcher today needs to understand the logic of both the quantitative and qualitative approaches to empirical research. This book provides comprehensive coverage of both, set within a pragmatic view research.

Title: The Case Study Anthology

Editor: Robert K. Yin

Synopsis: The latest from latest from bestselling author Robert Yin, introduces readers to the world of case study research. It contains 19 carefully chosen and well-edited works, some of which represent excerpts from all-time classic case studies in sociology, political science and related disciplines.

Title: Quasi-Experimentation

Authors: Thomas D. Cook, Donald T. Campbell

Synopsis: This book presents some quasi-experimental designs and design features that can be used in many social research settings. The designs serve to probe causal hypotheses about a wide variety of substantive issues in both basics and applied research. Each design is assessed in terms of four types of validity with special stress on internal validity.

Title: The Research Paper Handbook

Authors: James D. Lester, Sr., James D. Lester, Jr.

Synopsis: The Research Paper Handbook guides student researchers step-by-step through the process of writing a polished paper. Examples and models throughout the book invite students to examine various subjects and sources, and show them how to approach topics in diverse fields – in business, art, music, science, history, and all disciplines

Title: Ground Rules for Good Research

Author: Martyn Denscombe

Synopsis: This book provides a user-friendly starting point for people doing small-scale social research projects. It identifies the key ideas and practices that underlie good research and provides clear guidelines to help newcomers and experienced researchers alike to design and conduct projects which meet the basic criteria for success.

Title: Take Ten Steps to Successful Research

Authors: Liz Rothlen, Anita Meyer Meinbach

Synopsis: Here’s an effective method for teaching the research process in ten logical, sequential, and manageable steps that students will actually enjoy doing. While students learn lifelong skills in analysis, evaluation, and synthesis, they will delight in narrowing their subject by playing “Ghost”, formulating a thesis statement by thinking about their favorite TV show, and revising their first draft by practicing on their favorite song lyrics.

Title: The Craft of Research

Authors: Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, Joseph M. Williams

Synopsis: This concise, practical guide to mastering the art of research helps you plan, carry out, and report on research in any field, at any level – a term paper, a dissertation, an article, or a book.

Title: Research Matters

Authors: Liz Hamp-Lyons, Karen Berry Courter

Synopsis: Research Matters is an essential study skills manual for ESL/ EFL students about to enter or currently, enrolled in a British or American University. Assuming no prior knowledge of Western academic systems, the text presents a comprehensive view of the research process, and enables advanced students to master such requisite skills as using the library, conducting research, and writing research papers.

Title: Qualitative Educational Research in Action

Authors: Tom O’ Donoghue, Keith Punch

Synopsis: Qualitative research is a key form of research in education; the findings of such projects frequently play a central role in shaping policy and practice. First time qualitative researchers require clear and practical guidance from the outset. However, given the diversity of both subject matter and methodological approaches encompassed by qualitative research; such guidance is not always easily come by.

Title: An Expanded Sourcebook Qualitative Data Analysis

Authors: Matthew B. Miles, A. Michael Huberman

Synopsis: In 1984, the first edition of Qualitative Data Analysis addressed a critical need faced toy researchers in all fields of the human sciences – how to draw valid meaning from qualitative date. It provided methods of analysis that were practical, credible, and reliable. That groundbreaking book has now been revised to incorporate the phenomenal expansion of qualitative inquiry since then.

Title: Research Questions

Author: Richard Andrews

Synopsis: If a research question is poorly conceived from the beginning, this can cause problems during the whole research study and even affect the overall quality of the project. This informative guide ensures that the research project is well-conceived from the start, guiding the researcher through the initial design and formulation of the research question.

Title: A Student’s Guide to Methodology

Authors: Peter Clough, Cathy Nutbrown

Synopsis: As the essential guide for Masters and PhD students in all fields educational and social science enquiry, the book provides information and advice on choosing appropriate research methods.

Title: Essential Research Skills

Authors: Val Bailey, Geoff Bemrose, Sharon Goddard, Rone Impey, Erica Joslyn, Jen Mackness

Synopsis: Essential books are designed and written-to-take full account of the needs and problems of students who are learning on their own or with minimal guidance, as well as, being appropriate for adoption as class text. The book actively involves students in their learning and guides them to success in their chosen disciplines.

Title: Helping Students Write the Best Research Reports Ever

Authors: Lois Laase, Joan Clemmons

Synopsis: Weary of assignment research reports that never quite turn out the way you and your students had hoped? In Helping Students Write the Best Research Reports Ever, you’ll find the strategies and management advice you need to make research projects in your classroom engaging and successful.

Title: Managing Information for Research

Authors: Elizabeth Orna, Graham Stevens

Synopsis: A book for first-time researchers which addresses the problems and anxieties they themselves define as most important:

- Transforming the knowledge gained during research into written form

- Managing time

- Organising the information they collect and create

- Transferring information from written sources into usable knowledge

- Coping with feelings of isolation and loss of confidence

Title: 10,000 Ideas for Term Papers, Projects, Reports and Speeches

Author: Kathryn Lamm

Synopsis: Whether you are in high school, in college, or teaching, 10,000 Ideas for Term Papers, Projects, Reports and Speeches is the essential, proven resource you’ll use again and again. Updated and expanded, this fifth edition offers the most extensive listing of original, up-to-the-minute research topics ever assembled in one volume. Ideal for English, History, Social Studies, or Science courses, it covers 130 different subject areas, with each research topic keyed to:

- Level of difficulty

- Availability of research material

- Possibilities for variation

Title: The Good Research Guide – For small-scale social relationships

Author: Martyn Denscombe

Synopsis: This book is written for undergraduate, postgraduate and professional students in business students, social studies, health students and education who need to undertake research projects as part of their studies. It offers a pragmatic approach which is particularly suitable for those who are interested in how to use research methods for a specific piece of small-scale research and for whom time is extremely limited. Such ‘project’ researchers can avoid elementary errors in the design and execution of their research by using the checklists which highlight crucial factors associated with the production of good social research.

Title: The Research Student’s Guide to Success

Author: Pat Cryer

Synopsis: The second edition of this Open University set book is, like the first edition, for postgraduate research wherever the language of instruction is English. Irrespective of their field of study, it will make their research programmes and day-to-day lives more productive and enjoyable. The book is easy to dip into and is in conversational style. Interest and realism are added through anecdotes, extracts from the literature and pithy quotations.

Title: Research Methods in Education

Authors: Louis Chen, Lawrence Manion, Keith Morrison

Synopsis: This completely rewritten and updated fifth edition of the long-running bestseller Research Methods in Education covers the whole range of methods currently employed by educational research at all stages. It continues to be the standard text for students undertaking educational research whether at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Title: Questionnaire Design: The Market Research Series

Author: Paul Hague

Synopsis: Questionnaire design is a subject fundamental to the market research function. Yet, until now, the available literature on the subject has been too specialist or complex for a wider readership. Questionnaire Design breaks the mould by providing a basic, yet highly practical guide to this important area.

Title: Teacher Inquiry Living the Research in Everyday

Editors: Anthony Clarke, Gaalen Erickson

Synopsis: The research that teachers carry out into their own profession practice and environment is increasingly recognized as highly relevant and valuable. As well as being an exciting and fulfilling kind of research to carry it out, it informs both policy and practice in education, constitutes a key resource for teachers, teacher educators and policymakers and is important for professional development.

Title: 12 Easy Steps to Successful Research Papers

Author: Nell W. Meriwether

Synopsis: Whether you have never written a research paper before or simply want to brush upon your research kills, 12 Easy Steps to Successful Research Papers can help you. This clear, accessible guide will show you that writing a research paper need not be an overwhelming task.

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