Specialized reference sources can be helpful for gathering background information about various approaches to educational research. The following sources provide brief overview articles on these topics.
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In Encyclopedia of Education, see article: Research Methods
In International Encyclopedia of Education, see articles under relevant Subject Classifications:
Handbooks and companions contain edited collections of articles that provide more detailed information on research methods in educational research, as well as on current issues surrounding these methods, which are authored by field experts.
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The following reference works are catered towards particular areas in educational research that reflect some programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
Descriptions of each book are abbreviated versions of descriptions provided by publisher, and entries are ordered by library call number. Accessing these resources will require you to login with your Purdue Career Account.