TY - BOOK AU - Williams,Malcolm AU - Wiggins,Richard D. AU - Vogt,W.Paul TI - Beginning quantitative research T2 - The Sage quantitative research kit SN - 9781526432148 AV - H62 .W5357 2021 U1 - 300.72 PY - 2021/// CY - Los Angeles PB - SAGE KW - Quantitative research N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; A general introduction to this kit -- Starting with the basics: from research problem to variables -- Literature reviews and meta-analyses -- Research design and research resources -- Sampling -- Creating data: an introduction to surveys and questionnaires -- Secondary analysis and data manipulation -- The social content of quantitative research -- Conclusion and future directions N2 - "This concise text provides a clear and digestible introduction to completing quantitative research. Taking you step-by-step through the process of completing your quantitative research project, it offers guidance on: Formulating your research question Completing literature reviews and meta-analysis Formulating a research design and specifying your target population and data source Choosing an appropriate method and analysing your findings Part of The SAGE Quantitative Research Kit, this book will give you the know-how and confidence needed to succeed on your quantitative research journey.''--Publisher's description. ER -