Research methods for librarians and educators : practical applications in formal and informal learning environments

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Other title:

Research methods for librarians & educators

ISBN:

9781440849626

Publication:

Santa Barbara, California : Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, [2018]

Physical Description:

xii, 310 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm

Subject Term:

Library research.

Library science -- Research.

Information science.

Genre:

Instructional and educational works.

Local Subject:

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE COLLECTION

Added Author:

Small, Ruth V.

Mardis, Marcia A.

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Using an innovative, real-world approach that makes the research problem and method relevant and valuable to the reader, this book provides a broad overview of research methods used in library and information studies and associated fields. Research remains a core purpose of every library. This book provides a text for LIS students and a practical handbook to librarians and other educators who need to conduct research in their libraries. In Research Methods for Librarians and Educators , contributors reinforce the essential nature of research and provide readers with the confidence that they can conduct research to find solutions to various problems and improve their libraries and library programs.The book details various research methodologies and uses a unique perspective on research that presents authentic scenarios to immediately make the research problem and method relevant and valuable to the reader. It covers topics ranging from various research methods, including Causal, Collaborative, Design-Based Research, Longitudinal, and Mixed Methods, as well as interview methods, learning assessment, literature review, and observation and survey methods.Each chapter includes questions intended to spark discussion and deeper reflection that make the book more useful in learning settings. The summary charts throughout provide a handy and easy reference for readers who want a quick refresher on the research method without rereading the entire chapter.

Author Notes

Ruth V. Small is Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor of Information Studies at Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY. Marcia A. Mardis is an associate professor and assistant dean at the College of Communication & Information at Florida State University (FSU).

Ruth V. SmallSandra Hughes-HassellAlison Brettle and Denise KoufogiannakisAmanda Waugh and Mega SubramaniamLesley FarmerSuzanne StaufferJoette Stefl-MabryMelissa GrossMegan OakleafMinkyoung Kim and Charles ReigeluthNelson MayloneRoss J. ToddShana Pribesh and Kristen GregoryJenny BossallerMaria Cahill and Kyle A. LeeAudrey P ChurchMarilyn P. Arnone and Susan RothwellCarol Collier Kuhlthau and Leslie Maniotes and Jannica HeinströmRebecca TeasdaleJami JonesDabae LeeMarcia A. Mardis

Acknowledgments	p. xi
Chapter 1 Introduction to the Book	p. 1
Part I Framing a Study	p. 9
Scenario I Meeting the Needs of People with DisabilitiesCrystal Long
Chapter 2 Conceptualizing a Study	p. 13
Chapter 3 Creating a Meaningful Literature Review	p. 21
Part II Research Methods	p. 33
Scenario II Serving the Oral TraditionLynn Hoffman
Chapter 4 Interview and Focus Group Research	p. 37
Chapter 5 Action Research	p. 50
Chapter 6 Historical Methodology	p. 61
Scenario III Teaching Research SkillsAngela Branyon
Chapter 7 Formative Learning Assessment	p. 70
Chapter 8 Participant Observation	p. 83
Chapter 9 Assessing Learning with Rubrics	p. 92
Scenario IV Games as Learning ToolsHeidi Neltner
Chapter 10 Formative Research	p. 105
Chapter 11 Correlational Research	p. 116
Scenario V Impact of Collaboration and Scheduling on LearningBree L. Ruzzi
Chapter 12 Through the Lens of Evidence-Based Practice	p. 130
Chapter 13 Causal Research	p. 145
Scenario VI Co-Teaching, Student Learning, and Faculty CollaborationMirah J. Dow
Chapter 14 Phenomenology	p. 156
Chapter 15 The Case Study	p. 167
Chapter 16 Critical Incident Technique	p. 177
Scenario VII Engaging the At-Risk StudentSarah A. Chauncey and H. Patricia McKenna
Chapter 17 Design-Based Research	p. 188
Chapter 18 Longitudinal Research	p. 200
Scenario VIII Envisioning a Library of the FutureCharles O'Bryan and Molly Brown
Chapter 19 Survey Research	p. 216
Chapter 20 The Delphi Method	p. 226
Chapter 21 Mixed Methods Research Design	p. 237
Chapter 22 Conclusion: Shared Research Strategies and Tools for Educators and Librarians	p. 249
Appendix A Practice Scenarios	p. 253
Glossary	p. 265
Bibliography	p. 277
About the Editors and Contributors	p. 297
Index	p. 303

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