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by Louis Cohen (Author), Lawrence Manion (Author), Keith Morrison (Author)
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  • Paperback: 656 pages
  • Publisher: Routledge; 6 edition (15 Feb 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0415368782
  • ISBN-13: 978-0415368780
  • Product Dimensions: 24.2 x 18.8 x 3.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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'An excellent reference volume for both novice and experienced researchers, well deserving of its reputation in the field.' --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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'Research Methods in Education contains much theoretical material, but this is supported by many practical examples and down-to-earth guidance. It is very clearly written, and demystifies the theory aspects of education research. The 200 pages of supplementary material is particularly practically focused, and is a substantial improvement on the previous edition of the book - if you already have a copy of the 5th edition, I would suggest you consider upgrading ... If you plan to undertake serious educational research in your discipline, Research Methods in Education is an invaluable addition to your bookshelf.' - Bioscience Education, The Higher Education Academy

'This great book (in both senses) now reaches its sixth edition - and that marks real progress ... The strength of the book remains its highly detailed account of many research methods. This new edition sees that account taken yet further - with new contents of w-based research as well as on sampling, interviews and surveys, and extra on various other kinds of approach.' - British Journal of Educational Technology



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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent introduction to a wide range of research methods, 14 Jul 2001
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This review is from: Research Methods in Education (5th Edition) (Paperback)
This book covers a wide range of research methods relating to both qualitative and quantitaive data. It is an excellent introduction for any higher degree student and invaluable for those who have to write an essay on research methodologies. The book is divided into 5 sections:

The context of research, Planning educational and social resesrch, Styles of resesrch, Strategies for data collection and researching, Recent developments in educational research

The book is both theoretical and practical. It discusses the nature of enquiry and the different approaches to research via a positivist approach and naturalistic enquiry. The ethics of research, research design, sampling and validity and reliability, each form separate sections. This is not necessarily a book to be read from start to finish but definitely one to be consulted carefully both at the start of any research programme and frequently during the research itself as there is extensive information on many styles of research. The bibliography covers 30 pages of closely typed text. Once a particular resesrch method has been chosen then any student will find ample classic and up-to-date references for futher reading in the area. Qualitative methods discussed are: ethnographic approaches, interviews, observations, accounts, case studies, action research and role play. Quantitative methods discussed are surveys and trend studies, correlation research, experimental research: pre and post test designs and multi-dimensional analysis.

The section on recent developments gives information on amongst other things using the internet for research, simulations, and geographical information systems.

This is far more than just a reprint of the earlier books written by Cohen and Manion. It has all the previous infromation of these texts but has been updated with the latest information and discussion on research texts.

It is excellent value for money for any research student and certainly worth owning one's own copy. I would not be without it.

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4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent reference resource, 3 Nov 2004
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This review is from: Research Methods in Education (5th Edition) (Paperback)
The latest edition of this best-selling textbook has undergone considerable revision. The previous edition I borrowed from the library differed from this one in both appearance and content, but on inspection I find the later one much better. It is not a cheap purchase, but for anyone serious about research in education, sociology or any of the humanities it is a must-have volume and an invaluable source of references for academic papers, theses or even coursework essays and assignments for students.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent text for research methods, 31 Mar 2002
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I'm a masters student and this covers all the theory you need to know, plus discusses the most common pratical techniques (questionnaires, etc).

Jampacked and good value. For all research students - not just educational research.

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