Rick Houser
Counseling and Educational Research, 4th Edition
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Counseling and Educational Research: Evaluation and Application, 4th Edition
Develop the skills to critically evaluate research with Counseling and Educational Research: Evaluation and Application, 4th Edition by Rick A. Houser. Published by SAGE Publications Inc., this comprehensive resource equips counseling and education students with the knowledge needed to understand, interpret, and apply research findings responsibly in academic, clinical, and professional settings.
Using real-world examples from published research, this fourth edition guides readers through quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, evidence-based practice, and program evaluation. Updated discussions address current CACREP and CAEP accreditation standards while exploring the impact of cultural influences on every stage of the research process, making this an essential resource for future counselors, educators, and researchers.
Inside this book, you'll find:
Step-by-step guidance for evaluating and interpreting professional research literature.
Comprehensive coverage of quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, and evidence-based research.
Practical examples from published studies that connect research concepts to real-world practice.
Updated coverage of CACREP and CAEP accreditation standards relevant to counseling and education.
Discussions of cultural influences and ethical considerations throughout the research process.
Clear explanations designed to help students become confident consumers and evaluators of research.
Perfect for counseling students, education majors, graduate researchers, faculty members, and professionals seeking a practical guide to research methods, evaluation, and evidence-based practice.
Product Details
Author: Rick A. Houser
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc.
Edition: 4th
Format: Paperback
Publication Date: April 5, 2019
Language: English
Pages: 394
Dimensions: 18.75 × 2.24 × 23.16 cm
Item Weight: 720 g
ISBN-10: 1544305060
ISBN-13: 978-1544305066
Book Details
- Author
- Rick A. Houser
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Inc.
- ISBN-13
- 9781544305066
- Language
- English
- Format
- Paperback
- Category
- Textbooks & Education
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