Basic Research Methods for Librarians (Library and Information Science Text Series)
Most library post-graduate programs teach research methods using generic research methods textbooks. However, this ground-breaking textbook covers the basic research methodologies likely to be used by librarians with an orientation to library issues. It also includes basic instructions on writing the research proposal and the research report.
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Powell (library and information science, Wayne State U.) and Connaway's (OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Office of Research) text is designed for practicing librarians and other information professionals who need to conduct research and publish, librarians who must read and evaluate research reports and assist others with research, and graduate library and information science students. Focusing on basic research methods, the text covers the role of research in librarianship, major steps in developing a study, and four major methodologies. The text has been generally revised and reorganized for the fourth edition, with expanded sections on ethics in research and focus group interviews, a section on sampling in- library use, an appendix on getting published, and additional material on utilizing electronic technology. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
1Research and librarianship12Developing the research study173Selecting the research method534Survey research and sampling835Data collection techniques1236Experimental research1657Qualitative research methods1858Historical research2119Analysis of data22710Writing the research proposal25111Writing the research report269App. ADomain assumptions of research281App. BHow to get published in LIS journals : a practical guide299
