The Third Edition of the bestselling text Research Design by John W. Creswell enables readers to compare three
approaches to research--qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods--in a single research methods text. The book
presents these three approaches side by side within the context of the process of research from the beginning steps
of philosophical assumptions to the writing and presenting of research. Written in a user-friendly manner, Creswell
does not rely on technical jargon. He cuts to the core of what a reader needs to know to read and design research
in part by showcasing ideas in a scaffold approach so that the reader understands ideas from the simple to the
complex. Key updates to the Third Edition : Presents the preliminary steps of using philosophical assumptions in
the beginning of the book Provides an expanded discussion on ethical issues Emphasizes new Web-based technologies
for literature searches Offers updated information about mixed methods research procedures Contains a glossary
of terms Highlights "research tips" throughout the chapters incorporating the authors experiences over
the last 35 years Accompanied by an Instructors Resource CD ROM (ISBN:978-1-4129-6672-6) with a complete PowerPoint
slide presentation ready-to-use in the classroom, as well as sample activities and discussion questions. Qualified
adopters of this text can request the Instructor's Resource CD through Customer Care at 1.800.818.7243. Research
Design, Third Edition appeals to students taking research design and research methods classes throughout the social
and behavioral sciences--from undergraduates to the most advanced doctoral programs.
Table of Contents
PREFACE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS PART I. PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS 1. Selection of Research Design 2. Review of the
Literature 3. The Use of Theory 4. Writing Strategies and Ethical Considerations
PART II. DESIGNING RESEARCH 5. The Introduction 6. The Purpose Statement 7. Research Questions and Hypotheses
8. Quantitative Methods 9. Qualitative Procedures 10. Mixed Methods Procedures
GLOSSARY REFERENCES AUTHOR INDEX SUBJECT INDEX ABOUT THE AUTHOR
