An introduction to scientific research methods in geography & environmental studies / Daniel R. Montello & Paul C. Sutton
Imprint
Los Angeles, CA : SAGE, 2013
Edition
2nd ed.
Descript
x, 314 p. : ill. ; 25 cm
CONTENT
Introduction: a scientific approach to geography and environmental studies -- Fundamental research concepts -- Scientific communication -- Data collection in geography and environmental studies: overview -- Physical measurements -- Behavioral 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 -- Information technologies in research -- Ethics in scientific research