Research Methods for Counseling
An Introduction
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Human Services, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Counseling & Guidance
| Author: | Robert J. Wright | ISBN: | 9781483321547 |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications | Publication: | February 12, 2013 |
| Imprint: | SAGE Publications, Inc | Language: | English |
| Author: | Robert J. Wright |
| ISBN: | 9781483321547 |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications |
| Publication: | February 12, 2013 |
| Imprint: | SAGE Publications, Inc |
| Language: | English |
Research Methods for Counseling: An Introduction provides a rich, culturally sensitive presentation of current research techniques in counseling. Author Robert J. Wright introduces the theory and research involved in research design, measurement, and assessment with an appealingly clear writing style. He addresses ways to meet the requirements of providing the data needed to facilitate evidence-based therapy and interventions with clients, and also explains methods for the evaluation of counseling programs and practices. This comprehensive resource covers a broad range of research methods topics including qualitative research, action research, quantitative research including, sampling and probability, and probability-based hypothesis testing. Coverage of both action research and mixed methods research designs are also included.
Research Methods for Counseling: An Introduction provides a rich, culturally sensitive presentation of current research techniques in counseling. Author Robert J. Wright introduces the theory and research involved in research design, measurement, and assessment with an appealingly clear writing style. He addresses ways to meet the requirements of providing the data needed to facilitate evidence-based therapy and interventions with clients, and also explains methods for the evaluation of counseling programs and practices. This comprehensive resource covers a broad range of research methods topics including qualitative research, action research, quantitative research including, sampling and probability, and probability-based hypothesis testing. Coverage of both action research and mixed methods research designs are also included.
