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Montello, Daniel R., 1959-

Introduction to scientific research methods in geography & environmental studies Introduction to scientific research methods in geography and environmental studies - 2nd ed. - London ; Thousand Oaks, Calif. : SAGE, 2013. - x, 314 p. : ill., maps ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction : a scientific approach to geography and environmental studies -- Fundamental research concepts -- Scientific communication -- Data collection in geography and environmental studies : overview -- Physical measurements -- Behavioral observations and archives -- Explicit reports : surveys, interviews, and tests -- Experimental and nonexperimental research designs -- Sampling -- Statistical data analysis -- Data display : tables, graphs, maps, visualizations -- Reliability and validity -- Information technologies in research -- Ethics in scientific research.

ISBN: 9781446200759

LCCN: 2012935260

Nat. Bib. No.: GBB282321 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 016152696 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Geography--Research--Methodology.
Environmental sciences--Research.

LC Class. No.: G73 / .M58 2013

Dewey Class. No.: 910.72 / M7645