Conducting Research in Educational Contexts

`Where was this book during the last five years when I was working with so many educational professionals on their dissertations? We could have used this book! The step-by-step process is clear for those new to research and accurately reflects the best of research theory. This text will also be an excellent "on the shelf" immediate reference for educators who want to conduct on-site research in their schools and classrooms after they have finished their dissertations and theses.'

Diane M. Dunlap, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership, University of Oregon, USA

Anyone embarking on a research project for the first time is likely to be daunted by the research process and the huge array of seemingly impenetrable terminology. This user-friendly yet comprehensive book is divided into three sections. The author carefully guides the reader step-by-step through the entire research process, from getting started and gathering data, to making sense of the data.

Accessible and down-to-earth, this book will prove an invaluable resource for educational researchers everywhere.

`A fresh and lively approach to issues of undertaking diverse studies across a broad spectrum. It raises questions and challenges students to think and consider moral questions too.'

Miriam E. David, Professor of Education, Institute of Education, University of London, UK

`A thoughtful, accessible, "no-nonsense" guide to educational research written for the novice researcher. Research supervisors should point their students towards this helpful "one-stop" shop for good practical ideas on conducting robust educational research.'

Richard James, Professor of Higher Education and Director of Centre for the Study of Higher Education, University of Melbourne, Australia