Research Methods in Early Childhood: An Introductory Guide

By Penny Mukherji

Book Overview

Research methods is a challenging topic for many students. When you are new to research you need a step-by-step guide which introduces the subject area in a clear and accessible way. This book does exactly that. Designed with the early childhood student in mind, this book is the companion to your research journey. Following a progressive structure this book leads you logically through the processes needed to design and carry out meaningful and ethical research.

This Fourth Edition includes:

Two new chapters, separating out quantitative data analysis and qualitative data analysis A reader guide at the beginning of the book to aid navigation. Research in Focus boxes, which introduce you to real world examples of international research Activities to help cement knowledge and understanding. Case Studies which describe examples and scenarios of real student research, which demonstrate best practice and show how to present findings. An extended glossary to support readers in learning complicated terminology.

Online resources complement this new edition, offering valuable resources for instructions and students including:

Author videos, offering tips and explanations. Flashcard glossary to consolidate learning MCQs to test understanding Free journal articles for wider reading PowerPoint slides

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1529732956
• ISBN13: 9781529732955
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"