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Selecting and Describing Your Research Instruments

Selecting and Describing Your Research Instruments

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Instrument selection is a complex and important step in research design, and this concise guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to identify, select, and describe appropriate instruments for different research purposes. It is part of APA's Concise Guides to Conducting Behavioral, Health, and Social Science Research series and is aimed at undergraduate students in research methods courses or others with a lab or research project.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 125 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2020
Publisher: American Psychological Association


Emerging researchers often find themselves surprised by the complexity and significance of instrument selection in the research design process. As a pioneering guide in its field, this concise resource elucidates the process of identifying suitable instruments, selecting the most appropriate ones for the task at hand, and adequately describing the instruments to ensure transparency and understanding for others. Spanning across several chapters, each chapter delves into a specific aspect of instrument selection, accompanied by illustrative examples and practical worksheets to facilitate the learning journey. Topics covered include determining the appropriate metrics to measure, exploring different types of instruments, accessing resources for instrument identification, organizing information and taking notes, tailoring instrument descriptions for various audiences, addressing ethical considerations, considering individual differences and diversity, seeking advice from advisors, and resolving any troubleshooting issues that may arise.

This book proudly stands as part of APA's Concise Guides to Conducting Behavioral, Health, and Social Science Research series, designed specifically for undergraduate students enrolled in research methods courses or individuals embarking on lab or research projects. Collectively, these books offer a comprehensive and thorough foundation in research, spanning from the initial stages to the final outcomes.

Weight: 206g
Dimension: 152 x 227 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781433832222

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