TY - BOOK AU - DANE,Francis C. TI - Evaluating research: methodology for people who need to read research SN - 9781412978538 PY - 2011/// CY - Los Angeles PB - Sage KW - Research KW - Evaluation KW - Methodology N1 - Includes bibliographical references and indexes N2 - "Designed for anyone who needs to learn to read and understand empirical reports in the social and behavioral sciences, this multidisciplinary book provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to understand research without overwhelming them with information about how to conduct research. His enthusiasm for methods present on every page, author Francis C. Dane wants readers to have the skills to evaluate research and critically use empirical results. Readers will gain a greater appreciation for the ways in which consuming research can add to their understanding of the way the world works and how they can enhance their efforts to improve it."--Publisher description ER -