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Montello, Daniel R.

An introduction to scientific research methods in geography & environmental studies / Introduction to scientific research methods in geography and environmental studies Daniel R. Montello & Paul C. Sutton. - 2nd edition. - London ; SAGE, 2013. - x, 314 pages : illustrations, 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 (pbk.) 9781446200742 (hbk.)

LCCN: 2012935260

Nat. Bib. No.: GBB282321 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 016152696 Uk

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

Dewey Class. No.: 910.72 MON / 008211