Research Using IT

  • Authors
  • Hilary Coombes
Book

Part of the Palgrave Study Guides book series (PASTSK)

Table of contents

  1. Front Matter
    Pages i-xiii
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  2. Getting Started
    Hilary Coombes
    Pages 1-12
  3. Identifying an Area of Research
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    Pages 13-28
  4. Methods of Research
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    Pages 29-54
  5. Collecting the Data
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    Pages 55-93
  6. Interviews in Detail
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    Pages 94-122
  7. Questionnaires
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    Pages 123-150
  8. Analysing the Data
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    Pages 151-192
  9. Getting Down to Writing
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    Pages 193-222
  10. Powerful Presentations
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    Pages 223-250
  11. Finding a Voice — Sharing your Research Findings
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    Pages 251-261
  12. Conclusion
    Hilary Coombes
    Pages 262-262
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  13. Back Matter
    Pages 263-274
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About this book

Introduction

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.

Keywords

Area computer ethics Information Technology (IT) presentation

Bibliographic information

  • DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-137-05029-8
  • Copyright Information The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2001
  • Publisher Name Palgrave, London
  • eBook Packages Computer Science
  • Print ISBN 978-0-333-91450-2
  • Online ISBN 978-1-137-05029-8
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