First Steps in Research: A Pocketbook for Healthcare Students

by Stuart Porter

This book covers the steps necessary to plan and undertake a research project and will use clear examples to illustrate what at times are difficult concepts.

Chapters

Making a start
The Researchers view of The World - Research Paradigms
Putting It Down On Paper
How to Search Databases
Sampling, Reliability and Validity
Presenting your research and speaking to others
Research ethics
Carrying out qualitative research

• Clear introductory text
• Breaks down a research project into clear steps
• Tips on how to successfully present your research.

252 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2008