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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Research_Methods/Book%3A_Principles_of_Sociological_Inquiry__Qualitative_and_Quantitative_Methods_(Blackstone)This text also provides balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative approaches by integrating a variety of examples from recent and classic sociological research. The text challenges students to...This text also provides balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative approaches by integrating a variety of examples from recent and classic sociological research. The text challenges students to debate and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches. An important goal of this text is to introduce students to the core principles of social research in a way that is straightforward and engaging.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Early_Childhood_Education/The_Whole_Child%3A_Development_in_the_Early_Years_(Budzyna_and_Buckley)/01%3A_Perspectives_on_Early_Childhood/1.05%3A_How_is_Child_Development_StudiedThe article outlines three primary research methods in developmental studies: longitudinal, cross-sectional, and case studies. Longitudinal studies track a group over time, offering comprehensive data...The article outlines three primary research methods in developmental studies: longitudinal, cross-sectional, and case studies. Longitudinal studies track a group over time, offering comprehensive data that is costly and time-consuming. Cross-sectional studies compare different age groups at a single time, providing quicker, less expensive insights but with potential limitations in comparability.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Education_and_Professional_Development/Action_Research_(Clark_Porath_Thiele_and_Jobe)/01%3A_Chapters/1.06%3A_Analyzing_Data_from_Your_ClassroomThis page provides guidance on organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data for an action research project. It emphasizes the importance of revisiting research goals, identifying themes, and validatin...This page provides guidance on organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data for an action research project. It emphasizes the importance of revisiting research goals, identifying themes, and validating findings. The text details both qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods, offering steps such as coding, thematic categorization, and generating evidence-based claims.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Psychology/Introductory_Psychology/Psychology_(Noba)/Chapter_6%3A_Development/6.1%3A_Research_Methods_in_Developmental_PsychologyThis module describes different research techniques that are used to study psychological phenomena in infants and children, research designs that are used to examine age-related changes in development...This module describes different research techniques that are used to study psychological phenomena in infants and children, research designs that are used to examine age-related changes in development, and unique challenges and special issues associated with conducting research with infants and children.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Scientific_Inquiry_in_Social_Work_(DeCarlo)As an introductory textbook for social work students studying research methods, this book guides students through the process of creating a research project. Students learn how to discover a researcha...As an introductory textbook for social work students studying research methods, this book guides students through the process of creating a research project. Students learn how to discover a researchable topic that is interesting to them, examine scholarly literature, formulate a proper research question, design a quantitative or qualitative study to answer their question, carry out the design, interpret quantitative or qualitative results, and disseminate their findings to audiences.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Psychology/Research_Methods_and_Statistics/Research_Methods_in_Psychology_(Jhangiani_Chiang_Cuttler_and_Leighton)This text provides an overview of research design strategies used in psychological research. It covers the basic descriptive statistics and concepts within inferential statistics that are necessary fo...This text provides an overview of research design strategies used in psychological research. It covers the basic descriptive statistics and concepts within inferential statistics that are necessary for appreciation and comprehension of research findings. The course presents the student with the fundamentals of research that all psychology majors should know. Emphasis is placed on the critical evaluation of psychological research.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Start_Here_Speak_Anywhere_2e/02%3A_Part_II-_Types_of_Public_Speeches/2.03%3A_Speaking_to_Persuade_AdvocacyThis page discusses the principles of persuasion and advocacy, focusing on Aristotle’s ethos, pathos, and logos, as well as essential strategies for effective persuasive speeches. It emphasizes credib...This page discusses the principles of persuasion and advocacy, focusing on Aristotle’s ethos, pathos, and logos, as well as essential strategies for effective persuasive speeches. It emphasizes credibility, emotional engagement, and logical reasoning while outlining a framework for structuring presentations. The text also highlights personal narratives in advocacy, especially regarding women's health and breast cancer.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Human_Development/Lifespan_Development_(OpenStax)/01%3A_Lifespan_Psychology_and_Developmental_Theories/1.05%3A_Lifespan_Development_as_a_Science-_Research_MethodsThe section outlines the objectives and processes of research in developmental psychology, including the study of individual behavior across the lifespan using various research methods. Topics covered...The section outlines the objectives and processes of research in developmental psychology, including the study of individual behavior across the lifespan using various research methods. Topics covered include the importance of understanding correlation versus causation, ethical considerations in research, and the significance of reliability and validity in scientific studies.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Education_and_Professional_Development/Action_Research_(Clark_Porath_Thiele_and_Jobe)/01%3A_Chapters/1.03%3A_Planning_Your_Research-_Reviewing_the_Literature_and_Developing_QuestionsThe page delves into the importance of a literature review in research, highlighting its role in understanding, developing, and justifying research topics. It outlines strategies for finding and organ...The page delves into the importance of a literature review in research, highlighting its role in understanding, developing, and justifying research topics. It outlines strategies for finding and organizing relevant literature, emphasizing the review's contribution to methodological rigor and theoretical grounding. Different types of literature, such as policy-based, theoretical, applicable, and methodological, are explored, alongside sources and evaluation criteria.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Psychology/Psychological_Disorders/Abnormal_Psychology_2e_(Lumen)/02%3A_Research_and_Ethics_in_Abnormal_Psychology/2.04%3A_Descriptive_Research_and_Case_StudiesThis page discusses the significance of descriptive research methods—case studies, naturalistic observation, and surveys—in understanding abnormal behavior. These methods generate hypotheses and provi...This page discusses the significance of descriptive research methods—case studies, naturalistic observation, and surveys—in understanding abnormal behavior. These methods generate hypotheses and provide insights despite limitations such as generalizability and biases. Naturalistic observation enhances ecological validity but can be affected by observer bias, while surveys can quickly gather data but may face issues with self-report accuracy.
