An introduction to scientific research methods in geography. (2006)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Daniel R. Montello, Paul C. Sutton.
• Other Names: Montello, Daniel R, 1959-; Sutton, Paul C
• Contents: Introduction: a scientific approach to geography -- Fundamental research concepts -- Data collection in geography: 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 -- Geographic information techniques in research -- Scientific communication in geography -- Ethics in scientific research.
• Publisher Details: Thousand Oaks : SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication Date: 2006
• Extent: 1 online resource (320 pages)
• Subjects: 910.72; Geography -- Research; Methodologie; Sociale geografie; Géographie -- Recherche; Geography -- Research; Sociale geografie; Methodologie; Geographie; Methode; Wissenschaft; Methode; Geographie
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781452279084
• Related ISBNs: 145227908X
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