The Science of Educational Research : A Source Book

Contents Preface. 1. The nature of inquiry. 2. Selection and formulation of a research problem. 3. Sampling designs and models. 4. Tools and techniques of data collection. 5. Data processing. 6. Action research. 7. Survey research method. 8. History and historiography. 9. Experimental method. 10. Useful reference materials for research. 11. Architecture of a research report. 12. New developments in research methodology. Bibliography. Appendices. The present work is the outcome of Dr. Aggarwal's long experience of teaching conducting and supervising research at the university level. A unique feature of the book is that models methods and techniques of research have been presented in flowchart format followed by a vivid description of each. The book combines the significant features of a text and a resource book. A full chapter on useful materials for education research and several appendices on practical aspects of research with full illustrations have been provided for consultation by the research scholars. Lists of educational and psychological journals with full address of the publishers and complete lists of Indian and foreign tests in these two fields make the book highly useful for researchers. (jacket) 300 pp.…