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Paperback. Condition: Good. This text is written for students who will not pursue sociology as a career yet, whether they now realize it or not, will need to interpret social research in their careers and, more than likely, have opportunities to do research. The book's focus is on equipping students with the tools both to evaluate research done by others and to do their own research. Exercises in the text help students develop skills and strategies for research, including Internet assignments for finding and evaluating sources. The text provides students with a solid grounding in the relevant aspects of the philosophy of science and thoroughly explains the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods.…

Condition: Fair. For Elementary Science Methods courses.Streamlined to be more manageable in limited class time, the new edition of Methods for Teaching Elementary School Science has been crafted to be the text that best prepares pre-service teachers for today?s science classroom.  It accomplishes this by clearly modeling inquiry teaching and addressing the realities of the contemporary science classroom.…

Condition: Good. For Elementary Science Methods courses.Streamlined to be more manageable in limited class time, the new edition of Methods for Teaching Elementary School Science has been crafted to be the text that best prepares pre-service teachers for today?s science classroom.  It accomplishes this by clearly modeling inquiry teaching and addressing the realities of the contemporary science classroom.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. ? Prepares students to conduct their first empirical research study, with quantitative and qualitative methods covered in detail. Common features as well as differences between the two research approaches are explored. ? While theoretical material is included, the emphasis is on providing practical, easy-to-follow advice on how to conduct a first research project. ? Unlike most texts with hypothetical examples, this text?with real examples written by a variety of published researchers?makes research methods come alive. Students see how research methods are used to explore important, contemporary problems. ? Factual Questions at the end of each chapter help students review key concepts covered in the chapters. ? Questions for Discussion encourage students to consider specific techniques and strategies that they might use while conducting their research.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Part of The New Art and Science of Teaching series Shift to a new paradigm of classroom assessment that is more accurate, meaningful, and authentic. The New Art and Science of Classroom Assessment explores the inadequacies of traditional assessment methods and details how to use classroom assessment to its full potential. Step by step, the authors outline a clear path for transitioning to more holistic assessment methods that truly reflect course curriculum and student progress. Learn how you can develop authentic assessment for learning in the classroom: Explore a new perspective on effective assessment for learning, including classroom, interim, and year-end assessments (from formative assessment to summative assessment). Learn how to create a curriculum that provides clear guidance as to what should be assessed. Acquire strategies for assessing four general types of skills: (1) cognitive skills, (2) knowledge-application skills, (3) metacognitive skills, and (4) general behavior skills. Develop expertise with classroom assessment tools, such as the types of declarative content, selected response items, and short constructed response questions. Download free reproducible tables and checklists to assist in implementing new methods of assessment design. A joint publication of ASCD and Solution Tree Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: The Assessment-Friendly Curriculum Chapter 2: Proficiency Scales Chapter 3: Parallel Assessments Chapter 4: The Measurement Process and Different Types of Assessment Chapter 5: Summative Scores Chapter 6: Non-Subject-Specific Skills Chapter 7: Record Keeping and Reporting Epilogue Appendix A: Types of Declarative Content Appendix B: Types of Test Response Items References and Resources Books in The New Art and Science of Teaching series: The New Art and Science of Teaching The Handbook for the New Art and Science of Teaching The New Art and Science of Teaching Reading The New Art and Science of Teaching Writing The New Art and Science of Classroom Assessment.…

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Condition: Very Good. The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes' investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and then linking these to the history of science, as well as to the key theories and methods, the book simplifies and explains all the key breakthroughs.Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout, and with all the essential information presented without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating history of scientific knowledge.…

Condition: Good. The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes' investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and then linking these to the history of science, as well as to the key theories and methods, the book simplifies and explains all the key breakthroughs.Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout, and with all the essential information presented without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating history of scientific knowledge.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. ? Prepares students to conduct their first empirical research study, with quantitative and qualitative methods covered in detail. Common features as well as differences between the two research approaches are explored. ? While theoretical material is included, the emphasis is on providing practical, easy-to-follow advice on how to conduct a first research project. ? Unlike most texts with hypothetical examples, this text?with real examples written by a variety of published researchers?makes research methods come alive. Students see how research methods are used to explore important, contemporary problems. ? Factual Questions at the end of each chapter help students review key concepts covered in the chapters. ? Questions for Discussion encourage students to consider specific techniques and strategies that they might use while conducting their research.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Stephen Van Evera's Guide to Methods makes an important contribution toward improving the use of case studies for theory development and testing in the social sciences. His trenchant and concise views on issues ranging from epistemology to specific.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. "Stephen Van Evera's Guide to Methods makes an important contribution toward improving the use of case studies for theory development and testing in the social sciences. His trenchant and concise views on issues ranging from epistemology to specific.

Paperback. Condition: Good. "Stephen Van Evera's Guide to Methods makes an important contribution toward improving the use of case studies for theory development and testing in the social sciences. His trenchant and concise views on issues ranging from epistemology to specific.

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Professor Ray's unique philosophy of science approach focuses on introducing you to the basics of science and the spirit that motivates many scientists, and helping you make the transition from outside observer of science to active participant. In meeting those goals, he has written a highly readable book that gives you a greater understanding of the techniques of science as well as the experience of doing science.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Learn to write a great research paper with WRITING A RESEARCH PAPER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE! This concise political science text is more than just a typical research methods text it helps you master writing, methodological, and research skills with ease. Topics covered include how to develop a research question, write a literature review, design a study, analyze information, write introductory and concluding sections, and edit and revise a paper. With a glossary, writing checklists, and examples of different parts of papers written by actual undergraduates, this political science text provides you with the tools you need to write a good research paper.…

Condition: Good. Use award-winning software to analyze and critically evaluate real data with the Eighth Edition of RESEARCH METHODS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE: AN INTRODUCTION USING MICROCASE (R) EXPLORIT. This workbook includes a Windows version of MicroCase (R) ExplorIt, a user-friendly program that makes it easy to manipulate and learn from actual data without getting bogged down in complicated statistical software. Over two dozen research-quality data files are included in this package, along with 13 exercise worksheets (one per chapter), that let you see the real impact of the concepts you study. You're then walked through the entire research process, giving you hands-on experience in research methods.…

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