Planning for Research: A Guide for the Helping Professions

By Michael A. Patchner and Raymond M. Berger

This volume provides a basic foundation for understanding and doing research in various human services fields. The authors consider the theory and methodology for setting up a research study, explaining the 'scientific method and establishing a basic vocabulary. They guide the reader through the initial steps of the research process: defining a researchable problem, surveying the literature and selecting a sampling strategy. Finally, they present a 'how-to approach for collecting data and selecting a research design. Together with its companion volume Implementing the Research Plan the book provides the basic elements needed to participate in research.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080393033X
• ISBN13: 9780803930339
• Release Date: September 1988
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.