Basic Steps in Planning Nursing Research: From Question to Proposal
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Overview
Basic Steps in Planning Nursing Research: From Question to Proposal is the perfect introduction to the research process. It details the development of an effective research plan, and guides readers through all stages of the process from finding a research topic, to the final written proposal. It takes an in-depth focus on the planning process which makes it an excellent tool for beginners while still being relevant to people at all levels of study who need to develop a research plan.
The Seventh Edition continues to teach readers how to prepare an appropriate question and topic and the steps it takes formulate a conclusion. All of the chapters have been updated with new references and current information including a renewed focus on evidence-based practice and an expansion of research ethics. Proposals are included at the end of the text to help students learn.
Synopsis
Wood and Ross-Kerr's (both U. of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada) text offers an introduction to the research process for beginners, with a focus on developing a workable research plan. The authors guide readers through all stages of the process, from finding a research topic to the final written proposal. The text will also serve as a resource for more experienced researchers who need assistance in developing a quality research plan. Specific revisions from the fifth to sixth edition are not stated. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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Reviewer:Diane M Tomasic, EdD, RN(Slippery Rock University )
Description:This book introduces the research process with the focus on planning a research study.
Purpose:The purpose is to guide researchers in planning a study, from question development to the actual proposal. These are useful objectives in light of the effort needed to develop a research proposal.
Audience:Beginning researchers are the primary audience, but experienced researchers can use it as a resource.
Features:The authors stress the importance of writing a researchable question in the first chapter. The remaining chapters are the usual for a research book, such as problem identification, purpose, definition of terms, design, etc. What makes this book different is the focus on planning the study. The authors show readers how the entire process fits together. The final chapter details how to write a research proposal. Chapters have learning objectives and include many examples specific to the chapter topic. Seven appendixes provide exemplars of studies and proposals.
Assessment:This is a must for beginning researchers and a resource for experienced researchers. It guides researchers through the process from developing the research question to completing the proposal. The authors stress that rather than a comprehensive research text, this is a book that focuses on empirical or scientific research. Other resources are to be consulted for other philosophical research methods.
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From The Critics
Reviewer: Diane M Tomasic, EdD, RN(Slippery Rock University )Description: This book introduces the research process with the focus on planning a research study.
Purpose: The purpose is to guide researchers in planning a study, from question development to the actual proposal. These are useful objectives in light of the effort needed to develop a research proposal.
Audience: Beginning researchers are the primary audience, but experienced researchers can use it as a resource.
Features: The authors stress the importance of writing a researchable question in the first chapter. The remaining chapters are the usual for a research book, such as problem identification, purpose, definition of terms, design, etc. What makes this book different is the focus on planning the study. The authors show readers how the entire process fits together. The final chapter details how to write a research proposal. Chapters have learning objectives and include many examples specific to the chapter topic. Seven appendixes provide exemplars of studies and proposals.
Assessment: This is a must for beginning researchers and a resource for experienced researchers. It guides researchers through the process from developing the research question to completing the proposal. The authors stress that rather than a comprehensive research text, this is a book that focuses on empirical or scientific research. Other resources are to be consulted for other philosophical research methods.
From The Critics
Reviewer: Diane M Tomasic, EdD, RN(Slippery Rock University )Description: This book introduces the research process with the focus on planning a research study.
Purpose: The purpose is to guide researchers in planning a study, from question development to the actual proposal. These are useful objectives in light of the effort needed to develop a research proposal.
Audience: Beginning researchers are the primary audience, but experienced researchers can use it as a resource.
Features: The authors stress the importance of writing a researchable question in the first chapter. The remaining chapters are the usual for a research book, such as problem identification, purpose, definition of terms, design, etc. What makes this book different is the focus on planning the study. The authors show readers how the entire process fits together. The final chapter details how to write a research proposal. Chapters have learning objectives and include many examples specific to the chapter topic. Seven appendixes provide exemplars of studies and proposals.
Assessment: This is a must for beginning researchers and a resource for experienced researchers. It guides researchers through the process from developing the research question to completing the proposal. The authors stress that rather than a comprehensive research text, this is a book that focuses on empirical or scientific research. Other resources are to be consulted for other philosophical research methods.