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Research Using IT

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  • © 2001

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Authors:
  1. Hilary Coombes
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  • Unique there is no other book combining EVERYTHING you need to know
    about research & IT
    Written in an uncomplicated style and therefore easy to follow
    Well illustrated with specific IT instructions
    Ideal for firsttime and experienced researchers

Part of the book series: Macmillan Study Skills (MASTSK)

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Table of contents (11 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiii
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  2. Getting Started

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 1-12

  3. Identifying an Area of Research

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 13-28

  4. Methods of Research

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 29-54

  5. Collecting the Data

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 55-93

  6. Interviews in Detail

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 94-122

  7. Questionnaires

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 123-150

  8. Analysing the Data

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 151-192

  9. Getting Down to Writing

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 193-222

  10. Powerful Presentations

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 223-250

  11. Finding a Voice — Sharing your Research Findings

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 251-261

  12. Conclusion

    • Hilary Coombes
    Pages 262-262

  13. Back Matter

    Pages 263-274
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About this book

Research Using IT offers a step-by-step explanation of how to research and how a computer can make the whole process a lot easier. The book assumes no previous experience of either research or computing, and uses no unnecessary jargon. It covers everything the student will need to know in order to carry out a successful research project - from choosing a topic, exploring the values and ethics in research, to guidance on the technical issues of conducting research. This book is an invaluable guide for anyone undertaking a research project.

About the author

HILARY COOMBES has taught in higher and further education for many years and is currently Lecturer in Information Technology at Soundwell College. She is an examiner in IT and has extensive hands-on teaching experience, from absolute beginners to lecturers in IT.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Research Using IT

  • Authors: Hilary Coombes

  • Series Title: Macmillan Study Skills

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-137-05029-8

  • Publisher: Red Globe Press London

  • eBook Packages: Computer Science, Computer Science (R0)

  • Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2001

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XIII, 274

  • Additional Information: Previously published under the imprint Palgrave

  • Topics: Research Methods in Education

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