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Synopsis
By emphasizing how to think strategically about a research project, the author of this innovative book shows readers the important steps of a scientific study - from the formulation of the study to the write-up of results. Illustrative examples from the social, health and behavioural sciences are used throughout to illustrate 40 principles of good research practice.
Booknews
There are a lot of books that explain to budding scientists how to do experiments, but none that explain why. Bausell tells how to evaluate an experiment beforehand to see if it has the potential to improve the human condition or contribute significantly to knowledge, or will merely give birth to yet another publishable study. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)