An introduction to scientific research methods in geography

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An introduction to scientific research methods in geography

Daniel R. Montello, Paul C. Sutton

Sage, c2006

  • : cloth
  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

内容説明・目次

内容説明

An Introduction to Scientific Research Methods in Geography applies the research, philosophy and methods of the social and natural sciences to topics in geography, while recognizing the pluralism of geography, avoiding simplistic conceptions of scientific geography, such as narrowly "positivistic," "objective," or "quantitative." In this way, the text attempts to promote rigor and progressiveness in geography, helping to build bridges among the various subfields of geography and the other social and natural sciences, while avoiding some of the limiting meta-theoretical conflicts that have characterized geography in recent decades. Key Features Provides a broad and integrative introduction to the conduct and interpretation of scientific research in geography Covers both conceptual and technical aspects, and is applicable to all topical areas in geographic research, including human and physical geography, and geographic information science Discusses all parts of the research process, including: Scientific philosophy Basic research concepts Generating research ideas Communicating research and using library resources Sampling and research design Quantitative and qualitative data collection Data analysis Display and interpretation Reliability and validity Using geographic information techniques in research Ethical conduct in research Intended Audience: The text is intended for undergraduate and graduate courses on Research Methods in Geography and related disciplines, such as Environmental Studies. In addition, it will be valuable as a reference work or primer for students, faculty, and other professionals who want a concise and integrated introduction to research methods in geography.

目次

Introduction A Scientific Approach to Geography Fundamental Research Concepts Data Collection in Geography Overview Physical Measurements Behavioural Observations and Archives Explicit Reports Surveys, Interviews, and Tests Experimental and Nonexperimental Research Designs Sampling Statistical Data Analysis Data Display Tables, Graphs, Maps, Visualizations Reliability and Validity Geographic Information Techniques in Research Scientific Communication in Geography Ethics in Scientific Research

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BA76975679
  • ISBN
    • 141290286X
    • 1412902878
  • LCCN
    2005028149
  • 出版国コード
    us
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    Thousand Oaks, Calif.
  • ページ数/冊数
    xv, 303 p.
  • 大きさ
    26 cm
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