Research methods for public administrators / (Record no. 24860)

MARC details
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CONTROL NUMBER
LC control number 2013038332
ISBN
International Standard Book Number 9780765637147
DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER
Call number 351.072
MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL AUTHOR
Authors Johnson, Gail,
Dates 1947-
TITLE STATEMENT
Title Research methods for public administrators /
Statement of responsibility, etc. Gail Johnson
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition statement 3rd ed.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Extent xvii, 331 p. :
Other Details ill. ;
Size 24 cm.
BIBLIOGRAPHY, ETC. NOTE
Note Includes bibliographical references (pages 303-311) and index.
SUMMARY
Summary As in previous editions, this highly practical book is written with beginning MPA students and practitioners in mind. It focuses on the interpretation and use of research findings, not just number crunching. It covers the entire research process, from initial questions to final report, in clear, jargon-free language, and includes numerous easy-to-understand examples and exercises that provide opportunities for concrete applications of the concepts. It is solidly grounded in public administration and recognizes both the promise and limitations of research within a political environment. Key features of the book: --It is highly practical and written to accommodate a mix of readers: those who want to become analysts, managers who will oversee research contracts, and citizens who need to know whether to believe the facts and data they read in today's news; --It minimizes the use of jargon and explains difficult concepts in clear language. Plentiful end-of-chapter exercises provide opportunities for concrete application of the concepts; --Key points are highlighted as takeaway lessons so readers are reminded about what really matters. The tough questions to ask are suggested in every chapter; --Examples and applications are used throughout the book to illustrate concepts and add topical interest; --It covers the entire research process, from initial questions to the final report. This book demystifies and makes practical the research every public administrator and policy analyst needs to do the job well. An online instructor's manual with a test bank, PowerPoint slides, and more is also available to adopters.
SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM
Topical Heading Public administration
General Research
-- Methodology
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Date last seen Full call number Barcode Cost, replacement price Price effective from Koha item type Lost status Source of classification or shelving scheme Damaged status Not for loan Withdrawn status Permanent location Current location Shelving location Date acquired Source of acquisition
26/01/2017 351.072 JO RE T0012630 64.02 26/01/2017 REGULAR   Dewey Decimal Classification       University of Wollongong in Dubai University of Wollongong in Dubai PHD Shelf 20/10/2014 AMAUS