Doing Quantitative Research in Education with Spss Second Edition

This text is very useful for introducing quantitative data methods and explains the ideas clearly, often relating them to other kinds of research. This gives an appropriate context for the research approach discussed and is helpful for letting students make connections with suggested techniques and their own research. If adopting a quantitative approach the text goes into detail in how to plan and design a project giving useful examples and further reading for clarification along the way. — Dr Alaster Douglas ― drupal Published On: 2011-02-11

The wording is simple and clear. It provides various examples to practice. I like the supplementary online resources. — Dr Hulya Kilic ― drupal Published On: 2011-08-08

This is not a book for all students, but for those who are interested to carry out quantitative data analysis it is clear and helpful. It is particularly recommended for PhD students. It also serves as a valuable resource for research assistants and others who might not be fully familiar with the use of SPSS. — Dr Maria Cristina Devecchi ― drupal Published On: 2011-10-21

I like this book, but I think it is best for a hybrid course including both design and statistics. I may adopt it in the future. — Dr Morgan Earp ― drupal Published On: 2012-02-05

Easy to read book with very useful companion website and SPSS dataset to practise with. Questions for students to consider at the end of each chapter with answers and guidance also on the website. — Dr Rachel Shanks ― drupal Published On: 2013-05-17

Excellent textbook for an introductory quantitative data analysis class. — Dr Simon Kim ― drupal Published On: 2012-09-28

This book would provide in depth information for students considering using quantitative research approaches for their dissertations. — Jan Gidman ― drupal Published On: 2011-04-04

This book would be useful for students using SPSS within their research dissertations — Jan Gidman ― drupal Published On: 2011-04-04

Students appreciated the clarity of explanations and ease of use. — Mr Andrew Brown ― drupal Published On: 2011-09-15

An excellent book which details the use of SPSS in every eventuality. Packed with clear, well annotated diagrams and examples, this book guides the novice quantitative researcher through the processes of setting up and analysing data sets, with exercises to complete along the way. A highly recommend source book. — Mr David Leask ― drupal Published On: 2012-02-22

Easy to read and understand by beginners. — Mr Emmanuel Bofah ― drupal Published On: 2011-09-06

This book will act as an excellent guide for undergraduate education students in their core research methods modules. It provides a detailed introduction to some key issues regarding the research design process, whilst also offering step-by-step guidance for using the key features of the SPSS package in relation to educational research. — Mr Stuart Whigham ― drupal Published On: 2012-06-22

I have just finished exploring the second edition of the Muijs text and I wish to state that I have found this edition even more helpful that the previous one. Clear, succinct explanations within the text and supplementary digital resources offer excellent guidance to new, and not-so- new, students/ researchers attempting to understand how to use SPSS effectively. I regret that, without consultation with more experienced colleagues, I am currently unable to list the text as ′Essential′, however, I will continue to recommend this text to colleagues and students alike. — Mrs Mary Welsh ― drupal Published On: 2011-01-15

I didn′t adopt this book for the assessment course, but find it an excellent book for a quantitative research course using SPSS- I will recommend this book to our Masters and doctoral students doing quantitative research.
— Mrs Maryke Mihai ― drupal Published On: 2011-07-19

This book is very easy to read and well structured. The concepts associated with quantitative research are explained succinctly with useful screen shots/diagrams/images/graphs etc to aid comprehension. — Mrs Yvette Winnard ― drupal Published On: 2014-02-04

More suited to higher level courses.
Good as a library book to dip into when researching methods but too much for our research project. Recommend if as a reference book in the library. — Ms Helen Thomas ― drupal Published On: 2013-02-28

For students who need support and guidance in using SPSS — Ms Julia Lindley-Baker ― drupal Published On: 2012-11-01

A very helpfull guide for educational students and researchers using SPSS — Professor Johann Gleich ― drupal Published On: 2011-05-12