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Case Study Methods
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Causal Research
Collaborative Research
Critical Incident Technique
Delphi Technique
Design-Based Research
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Evidence-Based Research
Focus Group Methods
Interview Methods
Learning Assessment
Literature Review
Longitudinal Research
Mixed Methods Research
Observation Methods
Survey Methods

Product details

  • ISBN 9781440849626
  • Weight: 680g
  • Dimensions: 178 x 254mm
  • Publication Date: 19 Apr 2018
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
  • Publication City/Country: US
  • Product Form: Paperback
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Description

Using an innovative, real-world approach that makes the research problem and method relevant and valuable to the reader, this book provides a broad overview of research methods used in library and information studies and associated fields.

Research remains a core purpose of every library. This book provides a text for LIS students and a practical handbook to librarians and other educators who need to conduct research in their libraries. In Research Methods for Librarians and Educators, contributors reinforce the essential nature of research and provide readers with the confidence that they can conduct research to find solutions to various problems and improve their libraries and library programs.

The book details various research methodologies and uses a unique perspective on research that presents authentic scenarios to immediately make the research problem and method relevant and valuable to the reader. It covers topics ranging from various research methods, including Causal, Collaborative, Design-Based Research, Longitudinal, and Mixed Methods, as well as interview methods, learning assessment, literature review, and observation and survey methods.

Each chapter includes questions intended to spark discussion and deeper reflection that make the book more useful in learning settings. The summary charts throughout provide a handy and easy reference for readers who want a quick refresher on the research method without rereading the entire chapter.
About

Ruth V. Small is Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor of Information Studies at Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY.

Marcia A. Mardis is an associate professor and assistant dean at the College of Communication & Information at Florida State University (FSU).