Research: a way of thinking --
The research process: a quick glance --
Reviewing the literature --
Formulating a research problem --
Identifying variables --
Constructing hypotheses --
The research design --
Selecting a study design --
Selecting a method of data collection --
Collecting data using attitudinal scales --
Establishing the validity and reliability of a research instrument --
Sampling --
Writing a research proposal --
Considering ethical issues in data collection --
Processing data --
Displaying data --
Writing a research report --

This practical text provides students with a strong framework of methods and procedures used in both quantitative and qualitative research covering the different concepts through the use of simple examples and providing theoretical knowledge in a simple to complex progression