Quantitative research in education : a primer /
Wayne K. Hoy, The Ohio State University, Curt M. Adams, University of Oklahoma.
- Second edition.
- xvii, 157 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Chapter 1: The Nature of Research and Science Ways of Knowing Objectivity The Nature of Science The Scientific Approach Theory: A Scientific Concept Components of Theory The Nature of Scientific Research Types of Quantitative Research Chapter 2: Concepts, Variables, and Research Problems Concepts Variables Operationalizing Concepts Research Problems Chapter 3: Conceptual Foundations of Statistics Measures of Central Tendencies Measures of Variability Normal Distribution Populations and Samples Statistical Tests Chapter 4: Analyzing the Structure and Substance of Hypotheses Hypotheses Kinds of Hypotheses Imposter and Misconceived Hypotheses Finding Hypotheses in Research Studies Analyzing and Diagramming Hypotheses The Invisible Condition: "Other Things Being Equal" Chapter 5: Generating Hypotheses Ideas for New Hypotheses Observing, Conceptualizing, and Hypothesizing Searching for Theoretical Underpinnings More Theory: More Hypotheses Chapter 6: Practical Applications Collective Trust Organizational Climate Guidelines for Improvement
Quantitative Research in Education: A Primer, Second Edition is a brief and practical text designed to allay anxiety about quantitative research.