Updates to this new edition include: more coverage of regression assumptions and model fit; additional material on residual analysis; more examples of transformations; and the inclusion of the measures of tolerance and VIF within the discussion about collinearity.

This textbook takes an integrated approach to research methods and statistics, namely: given a question, what methods and statistical procedures should be employed? With a focus on the use of technology (Excel and SPSS) in the analysis of statistical results, it trains students to be researchers in the real world.

With case studies and sample documents integrated throughout, this guide helps students approach their studies with confidence and gives guidance on their future career

Research Methods for Counseling is a basic introductory research methods text for counsellors, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals.

Building on the authors' experience with their own doctoral students, this easy-to-read guide, helps and encourages students to write and complete their thesis faster.

Covering all the essential topics found in planning texts, guidelines and templates, this book provides insights students and executives need to develop sound and convincing market strategies and business plans that enable businesses to succeed.

This book summarizes the most important questions about basic statistics from the simple understanding of summary statistics to more sophisticated inferential statistics

Provides an introduction to the field of language development for students with little or no background in the study of language or human development.

Does it pose threats if people choose to write under a pen name? Is that as true of a book as a Tweet? Why should that be? This special report includes an analysis of the value of anonymity with articles looking at when it is used and why. It also looks at why writers, journalists and artists choose to do work under an assumed name.

This book walks you step-by-step through the entire research process, covering everything you need to successfully conduct a sports research project in the real world.