Develops statistical concepts, understanding of statistical logic, properties regarding statistical devices, assumptions underlying statistical tools and considers what happens when statistical theory meets real-world problems. Emphasizes the statistics of measurement and the interplay of statistics with experimental design, giving full treatment to both inferential and descriptive statistics. …
This pioneering text provides a comprehensive and highly accessible introduction to the principles, concepts, and methods currently used in educational research. A balanced combination of both quantitative and qualitative research, this text also helps students master skills in reading, conducting, and understanding research. The fifth edition also includes techniques for utilizing the resource…