Clinical research methods in speech-language pathology and audiology
By: David Irwin, Mary Pannbacker, Norman J. Lass
Contributors: Pannbacker, Mary H.; Lass, Norman J.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Plural Pub.
Published: 2013
Place of publication: San Diego
Language: eng
Number of pages: 333
ISBN-13: 9781597565080
Subjects: Audiology; Biomedical Research; Speech-Language Pathology; Research Design; Methods
Description: Written for graduate students and practicing clinicians, this textbook, now in its second edition, provides comprehensive knowledge about understanding and conducting clinical research. Specifically, readers will learn to understand the strengths and weaknesses of different research methodologies, apply the results of research to clinical practice and decision making, and understand the importance of research ethics. Importantly, this is the only book to take into account qualitative research and evidence-based practice, and to provide a detailed discussion of research ethics. In addition, the chapter on research grants includes an updated and expanded list of potential funding sources for grant-seeking purposes, both online and text-based, for federal, foundation, association, and corporate research grants. With its updated content and many new features.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction to research; title: Ethics of research in speech-language pathology and audiology; title: Research problems; title: Locating, accessing, and assessing information; title: Literature review; title: Measurement; title: Research design and strategy; title: Quantitative research; title: Qualitative research methods; title: Multimethod research; title: Reporting and disseminating research; title: Evaluating tests and treatments; title: Evidence-based practice : application of research to clinical practice; title: Research grants.