{"product_id":"9781412973267","title":"Quantitative Research in Education: A Primer","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned to allay anxiety about quantitative research, this practical text introduces readers to the nature of research and science, and then presents the meaning of concepts, variables, and research problems in the field of Education. Rich with concrete examples and illustrations, the Primer emphasizes a conceptual understanding of quantitative methods and statistics while teaching strategies and techniques for developing an original research hypothesis. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStarting with the nature of research and science, it then turns to the meaning of concepts, variables, and research in education to cover the entire research process. The goal of this text is to dispel notions that quantitative research is too difficult, too statistical, and too theoretical, and to generate interest and understanding in using this type of research creatively and effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates all concepts in the text with concrete examples specific to Education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamines the conceptual foundations of statistics in order to better understand quantitative research \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharts allow students to select appropriate statistical techniques for given scenarios \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brief set of exercises at the conclusion of each chapter allow for immediate practice of key concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides particular strategies and techniques to help students understand the process of creating their own hypotheses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more information about the author, please visit www.waynekhoy.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAGE Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47043821895920,"sku":"9781412973267","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781412973267_p0.jpg?v=1763728414","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781412973267","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}