Research Literacy A Primer for Understanding and Using Research

by Beaudry, Jeffrey S.; Miller, Lynne

• ISBN13: 9781462524624
• ISBN10: 1462524621
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2016-03-28
• Publisher: The Guilford Press

About This Book

Research Literacy: A Primer for Understanding and Using Research

ISBN: 9781462524624

Research Literacy: A Primer for Understanding and Using Research is a comprehensive textbook designed to help students become informed, critical consumers of research. This accessible text is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of research methodologies and principles.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in research methods courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of research literacy, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of research methodologies.

History and Editions

The 2016 edition of Research Literacy has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods designs. This edition includes step-by-step procedures for judging the strengths and limitations of any study, making it an essential tool for evaluating research reports and communicating findings to different audiences.

Author and Other Works

Jeffrey S. Beaudry and Lynne Miller are the authors of Research Literacy. Jeffrey Beaudry is known for his ability to demystify complex research concepts, while Lynne Miller brings her expertise in research methodologies to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Accessible Text: The book is structured for diverse learning styles, including visual learners (concept maps, icons), active learners (building-block exercises and templates for writing), and story learners (examples, reading guides, and reflections).
• Pedagogical Features: Rubrics, checklists of steps to take, and reading guides that walk students through analyzing different types of research articles. Journal abstracts with questions that home in on key aspects of a study. Exemplars of each type of study, with descriptions of methodological and design choices. End-of-chapter skills-building exercises that lead up to writing a research review essay.
• Real-World Examples: Excerpts from real research reports are used as opportunities to develop methodological knowledge and practice analytic skills.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781462524624
• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781462524631
• e-book: ISBN-13: 9781462524624 (PDF)
• Paperback + e-book: Available for $81.60

Publication Details

• Publisher: The Guilford Press
• Publication Date: March 28, 2016
• Number of Pages: 380
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781462524631
• e-book: Available as a PDF
• Paperback + e-book: Available for $81.60

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• Hardcover: 9781462524631
• Paperback: 9781462524624
• e-book (PDF): 9781462524624

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Author Biography

Jeffrey S. Beaudry, PhD, is Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Southern Maine. His interests include visual learning, assessment literacy, formative assessment, action research, science literacy, educational technology, and program evaluation. The author or coauthor of more than 20 journal articles and book chapters, Dr. Beaudry teaches research methods courses online and in blended media formats.

Lynne Miller, EdD, is Professor Emerita of Educational Leadership at the University of Southern Maine, where she held the Russell Chair in Education and Philosophy and directed the Southern Maine Partnership. An experienced teacher and leader in K-12 public schools and higher education, she is committed to linking theory and practice and to promoting research literacy for practitioners. Dr. Miller has authored or coauthored seven books and more than 50 articles. She continues to be engaged as a scholar and activist for equality in education.

Table of Contents

I. Introduction to Research and Information Literacy
1. Introduction to Research Literacy
2. Information Literacy: Accessing and Searching Digital Resources
II. Qualitative Research
3. Qualitative Research: Introduction and Overview
4. Ethnography
5. Other Qualitative Designs
III. Quantitative Research: The Basics
6. Introduction to Quantitative Research
7. Descriptive Statistics and Data Displays
IV. Experimental Research
8. Introduction to Experimental Research
9. Factorial Designs: Between-Group and Repeated-Measures Designs
10. Single-Subject Research and Designs
V. Nonexperimental Research
11. Nonexperimental Group Comparisons
12. Correlations Research
VI. Evolving Research
13. Mixed Methods Research
14. Program Evaluation and Teacher Evaluation
15. Practitioner Research
VII. Research Reviews
16. Professional Research Reviews
17. Writing a Student Review Essay
Appendix. Sample Answers to Review Questions