Introduction to Scientific Research Methods in Geography

Name: Introduction to Scientific Research Methods in Geography
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ISBN: 9781412902878

ISBN-10: 1412902878

ISBN-13: 9781412902878

Edition: 2006

Authors: Paul Sutton, Daniel R. Montello

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This text provides a broad and integrative introduction to the conduct and interpretation of scientific research in geography. It covers both conceptual and technical aspects, and is applicable to all topical areas in geographic research, including human and physical geography, and geographic information science. The text discusses all parts of the research process, including scientific philosophy; basic research concepts; generating research ideas; communicating research and using library resources; sampling and research design; quantitative and qualitative data collection; data analysis, display, and interpretation; reliability and validity; using geographic information techniques in…

Book details

List price: $79.00
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 3/6/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 320
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.232
Language: English



Introduction


A Scientific Approach to Geography


Fundamental Research Concepts


Data Collection in Geography


Overview


Physical Measurements


Behavioural Observations and Archives


Explicit Reports


Surveys, Interviews, and Tests


Experimental and Nonexperimental Research Designs


Sampling


Statistical Data Analysis


Data Display


Tables, Graphs, Maps, Visualizations


Reliability and Validity


Geographic Information Techniques in Research


Scientific Communication in Geography


Ethics in Scientific Research