Introduction to Research in Education (with InfoTrac )
Student readability and topic coverage are [this textÂ's] greatest strengths."The InfoTrac College Edition exercises are a big advantage. Gaining practical experience with online research is a great addition to the book."This is a very good textbook for an introductory course in educational research methods. I actually prefer the chapter order better than in some others IÂ've looked at and used. I like proceeding from designs strongest in internal validity and confidence in causality to those weakest in these characteristics. And treating statistics up front provides students the tools to better understand the complexities and nuances of different research methods."I like the comprehensiveness of the coverage, the very readable writing style, and the level at which the text is written. It is not too elementary and not too advanced, it is just right for the students I teach."My overall opinion of INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH IN EDUCATION is very positive. Its greatest strengths are in the chapters on statistical analysis.